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Historical Events on July 26th: Bush Signs ADA, US Women's Open Golf, and More

On July 26th, significant events unfolded including the signing of the American Disabilities Act by President Bush, the victory of Pat Bradley in the 36th US Women's Open Golf Championship, and General Hospital taping its 7,000th episode. Tragedies and triumphs marked this day as well, from devastating insurgent attacks in Iraq to a deadly day of violence in Syria. The day also saw a historic baseball game where the US beat the Soviet Union 17-0 at the Goodwill Games. Celebrities born on this day include actress Sandra Bullock, Belgian author Anne Provoost, and German painter Ralf Metzenmacher. Learn more about the events and people that have shaped history on July 26th.

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Historical Events on July 26th: Bush Signs ADA, US Women's Open Golf, and More

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  1. This Day in History Samantha Rohland July, 26th

  2. July 26,1960 • Italian government of Fanfani forms

  3. July 26, 1981 • 2 climbers fall 550 m down cliff near Angel Falls, Venezuela • 36th US Women's Open Golf Championship won by Pat Bradley • NY Mayor Ed Koch is given Heimlich maneuver in a Chinese restaurant

  4. July 26,1990 • General Hospital tapes 7,000th episode • President Bush signs American Disabilities Act •  US beats Soviet Union 17-0 in baseball at Goodwill Games

  5. July 26,2012 •  At least 200 people are killed in a day of violence in Syria • Insurgent attack kills 19 people and destroys a helicopter at Baqubah, Iraq •  North Korea is hit by Tropical Storm Khanun, killing 88 people and leaving 60,000 people homeless

  6. July 26, 1964/ Birthdays •  Sandra Bullock, Wash DC, actress • Anne Provoost, Belgian author •  Ralf Metzenmacher, German painter and designer • Danny Woodburn, American actor

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