Historical Events Jul 24 Citizens of Leeuwarden, Netherlands, rebel against ban on foreign beer Famous Birthdays Jul 17 Ismail I, Shah of Persia, converted Iran from Sunni to Shi'ah, born in Ardabīl, Iran (d. 1524) Born in 1487 1486 History by Year 1488 Famous Musicians Country Singers Jazz Musicians Opera Singers Pop Stars Rappers Rockers