It happened on a… July 4

2009

The Statue of Liberty’s crown reopens to the public after 8 years, due to security reasons following the World Trade Center attacks.

2004

The cornerstone of the Freedom Tower is laid on the site of the World Trade Center in New York City.

1987

Klaus Barbie, the former Gestapo chief known as the “Butcher of Lyon,” was convicted by a French court of crimes against humanity and sentenced to life in prison.

1970

Casey Kasem’s “American Top 40” debuts on LA radio.

1964

Beachboys’ “I Get Around” reaches #1.

1888

1st organized rodeo competition held, Prescott, Arizona.

1886

The people of France offer the Statue of Liberty to the people of the United States.

1865

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is published.

1776

US Congress proclaims the Declaration of Independence and independence from Britain.

1634

The city of Trois-Rivières is founded in New France.

1609

Samuel de Champlain discovers what was later named Lake Champlain in his honour; on Quebec and New York border.