On this day in history
July 6
American
1957Althea Gibson wins Wimbledon, the first Black champion in the tournament's history.
Althea Gibson wins Wimbledon, the first Black champion in the tournament's history.
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World
1535Thomas More is beheaded in London for refusing to accept Henry VIII as head of the Church.
Thomas More is beheaded in London for refusing to accept Henry VIII as head of the Church.
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