Jun 6, 2012 · Historical events for the 6th of June. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on June 6.

The mission ends in disaster when all three cosmonauts, Georgy Dobrovolsky, Vladislav Volkov, and Viktor Patsayev are suffocated by uncontrolled decompression of the capsule during re …

It’s time to take a quick trip to the Eastern Hemisphere, because it's Russian Language Day! Dive deep into the fascinating world of caves and karst to discover its wonders and splendor. More …

On June 6, 1889, a fire ignites in a Seattle woodworking shop and sweeps through some 100 acres, destroying much of the city’s business district and waterfront.

Did you know that on this day, June 6, 1944, the Normandy landings started in France during WWII? June 6th is Drive-In Movie Day and Yo-Yo Day. We’re now on the 157 th day of the …

Jun 6, 2012 · What happened on this day in history, June 6. See what historical events occurred, which famous people were born and who died on June 6.

Led by U.S. General Dwight D. Eisenhower, an Allied armada of ships, planes, and landing craft and some 156,000 troops began the invasion of northern France from England this day in …

Today in history – which major historical events happened on June 6? Who was born on this date, who died? In which year did the birth or death occur?

The battle had begun on June 4. 1944 - The D-Day invasion of Europe took place on the beaches of Normandy, France. 400,000 Allied American, British and Canadian troops were involved.

D-Day: Operation Overlord lands 400,000 Allied American, British, and Canadian troops on the beaches of Normandy in German-occupied France. Maxine Kumin, poet novelist and …