Historical Events
- Dutch Beel government forms
- Harbor workers end strike at Rotterdam and Amsterdam
Famous Birthdays
- Richard Axel, American scientist, 2004 Nobel Prize for Medicine or Physiology for odorant receptor discoveries, born in New York City
- Ron Silver, American actor (Reversal of Fortune, Timecop) and political activist, born in New York City (d. 2009)
Famous Deaths
- Anthony Overton, publisher/cosmetics manufacturer/banker, dies at 81
Died in 1946 1946 Highlights
About July 2, 1946
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 78 years and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Cancer
