03 June - Between 1960 and 1963, Singapore's national day was celebrated on 03 June

 

Singaporeans celebrate their country’s birthday on Aug 9, but between 1960 and 1963, Singapore's national day was celebrated on June 3 to commemorate the day in 1959 when Singapore attained self-government.

Come Aug 9 each year, Singaporeans come together to celebrate their country’s birthday.

But National Day was not always marked on this date — not before the Republic became independent in 1965.

Between 1960 and 1963, Singapore's national day was celebrated on June 3 to commemorate the day in 1959 when Singapore attained self-government.

Six decades ago, June 3 was the day when Singapore adopted its own constitution and became an internal self-governing state for the first time in its history (The British still had the final say over external matters, namely defence and foreign affairs).

The National Archives of Singapore (NAS) recorded the momentous day as “the making of a nation”. “On Jun 3, 1959, the 1.6 million people in Singapore awoke to a new beginning - as people of a fully internal self-governing city state under the British Crown,” it said on its website.

03 June - The Dogra Regiment postage stamp released 1987

 

The Dogra Regiment is an infantry regiment of the Indian Army. The regiment traces its roots directly from the 17th Dogra Regiment of the British Indian Army. When transferred to the Indian Army like its sister regiments, the numeral prefix (in the case of the Dogra Regiment, 17) was removed. Units of the Dogra Regiment have fought in all conflicts that independent India has been engaged in, making it one of the most prestigious and most decorated regiments of the Indian Army.

03 June - Muhammad Ali professional boxer death anniversary

 

 

Muhammad Ali (January 17, 1942 – June 3, 2016) was an American professional boxer and activist. Nicknamed "The Greatest", he is regarded as one of the most significant sports figures of the 20th century and is frequently ranked as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time.In 1999, he was named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated and the Sports Personality of the Century by the BBC.

Outside boxing, Ali attained success as a spoken word artist, releasing two studio albums: I Am the Greatest! (1963) and The Adventures of Ali and His Gang vs. Mr. Tooth Decay (1976). Both albums received Grammy Award nominations. He also featured as an actor and writer, releasing two autobiographies. Ali retired from boxing in 1981 and focused on religion, philanthropy and activism. In 1984, he made public his diagnosis of Parkinson's syndrome, which some reports attributed to boxing-related injuries,though he and his specialist physicians disputed this. He remained an active public figure globally, but in his later years made fewer public appearances as his condition worsened, and he was cared for by his family.

03 June - Josephine Baker birth anniversary

 

Josephine Baker was an iconic American-born French entertainer, singer, and dancer. She was born on June 3, 1906, in St. Louis, Missouri, United States, and passed away on April 12, 1975, in Paris, France. Baker is best known for her remarkable performances in the 1920s and 1930s, where she captivated audiences with her charisma, energetic dancing, and risqué style.

Baker rose to fame in Paris, becoming one of the most celebrated performers of her time. She gained popularity for her sensual and provocative dances, including her famous "banana skirt" dance, which she performed wearing a skirt made of artificial bananas. Beyond her captivating performances, Baker was a symbol of liberation and activism.

During World War II, Josephine Baker worked for the French Resistance as a spy, smuggling intelligence messages written in invisible ink on her sheet music and using her celebrity status to attend gatherings and gather information. She was awarded the Croix de Guerre, a prestigious French military honor, for her contributions to the resistance efforts.

Baker was also known for her commitment to civil rights and equality. She refused to perform for segregated audiences in the United States and was a vocal advocate against racial discrimination. In 1963, she participated in the March on Washington alongside Martin Luther King Jr.

Throughout her career, Josephine Baker was a trailblazer and an inspiration to many. Her contributions to the world of entertainment, her activism, and her pioneering spirit continue to be remembered and celebrated.

 

03 June - William Harvey death 1657

*William Harvey,* passed away on 3 June 1657, was an English physician who made influential contributions in anatomy and physiology. He was the first known physician to describe completely, and in detail, the systemic circulation and properties of blood being pumped to the brain and the rest of the body by the heart, though earlier writers, such as Realdo Colombo, Michael Servetus, and Jacques Dubois, had provided precursors of the theory.
 

02 June - Guglielmo Marconi applied for parent for wireless telegraph 2 June 1896

On 2 June 1896, *Guglielmo Marconi* applied for a patent for his wireless telegraph.

*Guglielmo Marconi,* was an Italian inventor and electrical engineer, known for his pioneering work on long-distance radio transmission, development of _Marconi's law,_ and a radio telegraph system. He is credited as the inventor of _radio,_ and he shared the 1909 *Nobel Prize* in Physics with Karl Ferdinand Braun _"in recognition of their contributions to the development of wireless telegraphy"._

*Wireless telegraphy* means transmission of telegraph signals by radio waves; a more specific term for this is _radiotelegraphy._ Before about 1910 when radio became dominant, the term wireless telegraphy was also used for various other experimental technologies for transmitting telegraph signals without wires, such as electromagnetic induction, and ground conduction telegraph systems.
 

02 June - Republic Day in Italy

 

Republic Day in Italy, known as Festa della Repubblica, is a national holiday celebrated annually on June 2nd. It commemorates the institutional referendum held in 1946 when the Italian people voted to abolish the monarchy and establish the Italian Republic. This marked the end of the monarchy and the beginning of a new era for Italy as a democratic republic.

On Republic Day, various ceremonies and events take place throughout the country. The main celebration is held in Rome, where the President of Italy lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, located in the Altare della Patria (Altar of the Fatherland) monument. A military parade also takes place, showcasing the Italian Armed Forces, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Carabinieri.

The streets are decorated with the Italian tricolor flags, and people participate in festivities such as concerts, cultural events, and fireworks displays. It is a day when Italians come together to celebrate their national identity, democracy, and the values of the Italian Republic.

Republic Day is an important symbol of Italian unity and independence. It serves as a reminder of the country's history and the decision to establish a republic after the end of World War II.

02 June - Raj Kapoor death anniversary

 

Raj Kapoor (14 December 1924 – 02 June 1988), an Indian actor, film producer, and film director who worked in Hindi cinema. He is widely considered the greatest showman in Indian cinema and entertainment history. He received multiple accolades, including three National Film Awards and 11 Filmfare Awards in India. The Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award is named after Kapoor. The Government of India honored him with the Padma Bhushan in 1971 for his contributions to the arts. India’s highest award in cinema, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, was bestowed on him in 1987 by the Government of India. In 1935, at the age of 10, he made his acting debut with the film Inquilab. Mera Naam Joker, Sangam, Anari, Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai were some of his best movies. He also directed hit films like Bobby, Ram Teri Ganga Maili, Prem Rog. Kapoor died on 2 June 1988 at the age of 63 in New Delhi, India.

02 June - Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya death anniversary

 

Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya (20 September 1911 – 02 June 1990), an age-old sage of India who founded the All World Gayatri Parivar. He dedicated his life to the betterment of society and culture and character upliftment. He was a combination of a sage man, spiritualist, yogi, philosopher, psychologist, writer, reformer, sage, and seer. Pandit Shriram Sharma died on 2 June 1990 in Haridwar, India.

02 June - Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953

 

On June 2, 1953, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II took place at Westminster Abbey in London, England. Elizabeth II ascended to the throne following the death of her father, King George VI, on February 6, 1952.

The coronation ceremony was a significant event, symbolizing the formal inauguration of Elizabeth II as the Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms. It was the first coronation to be televised, allowing millions of people around the world to witness the historic moment.

The ceremony was conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Geoffrey Fisher, and attended by various dignitaries, including members of the royal family, heads of state from Commonwealth countries, and representatives of foreign governments. Elizabeth II took her coronation oath, promising to uphold the laws of her realms and govern her people with justice and fairness.

During the coronation, Elizabeth II was anointed with holy oil, crowned with the St. Edward's Crown, and presented with other regalia, such as the orb, scepter, and sword of state, symbolizing her authority and power as the monarch.

The event was celebrated with parades, processions, and public gatherings throughout the United Kingdom. It marked the beginning of a new era for the British monarchy and the start of Queen Elizabeth II's reign, which has now become the longest in British history, surpassing that of her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria.

Queen Elizabeth II's coronation has remained a significant and memorable event in British history, symbolizing continuity, tradition, and the enduring nature of the monarchy.