July 17

JULY 17, 1955 - DISNEYLAND OPENS! The Story of a Special Day for July 17 On July 17, 1955, Disneyland had its opening day, changing the face of theme parks forever. But that's not all! July 17 is packed with exciting events, famous people, and an assortment of holidays around the world! Welcome to The Story of a Special Day - the special occasion gift they'll never throw away. It's a whole book for the price of a premium card! The story of a special day... ... What happened in history? ... Who was born? ... Who died? What happened on *your* special day? From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift - one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten! On July 17, the Russian imperial family (including Anastasia) were executed by Bolshevik troops. The first working air conditioner went into operation, the Spanish Civil War began, and Douglas "Wrong Way" Corrigan claims he was going to fly from New York to California, but misread his compass and flew to Ireland instead! July 17 is the birthday of first American multi-millionaire John Jacob Astor; Elbridge Gerry, the namesake of "gerrymandering," singer Phoebe Snow, actors Donald Sutherland and James Cagney, and basketball legend Connie Hawkins. Earl Gray, who gave his name to Earl Gray tea, died on July 17, as did political economist Adam Smith, "angel of assassination" Charlotte Corday, "most trusted man in America" Walter Cronkite, singer Billie Holiday, and baseball hall of famers Ty Cobb and Dizzy Dean. There's plenty to celebrate on July 17. It's Constitution Day in South Korea, Independence Day in Slovakia, and International Firgun Day, celebrating generosity of spirit, empathic joy, and unselfish delight in the accomplishments of others. It's also National Peach Ice Cream Day, World Emoji Day, and Yellow Pig Day, celebrated by mathematicians in honor of the number 17. If July 17 falls on the second Saturday of the month, it's also World Bike Naked Day. July is one of the few days of the year in which the tropical and sidereal zodiac signs are the same: Cancer, or Moon Child. Plus, there's information on June birthstones, flowers, and much more. Each volume of The Story of a Special Day is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. With 76 pages packed with 35 rare historic photographs and illustrations, The Story of a Special Day is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain. A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, July 17: The Story of a Special Day will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion. Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year...because every day is a special day for someone you know! PS - Can't find your day? Drop us a note through our Timespinner Press website, and we'll get right on it!