Wednesday, 29th July 1981 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! It's International Tiger Day. Explore 59 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings cloudy with temperatures between 14°C and 22°C. Tonight's moon is in its waxing gibbous phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Leo. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Wednesday, 29th July in London, GB.
On 29 July 1981, an estimated worldwide television audience of 750 million watched the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer at St Paul's Cathedral in London. The event marked one of the most significant royal occasions of the twentieth century, drawing unprecedented global viewership. London, the capital of the United Kingdom, served as the focal point of this historic moment, with its streets filled with spectators and dignitaries from across the world.
The date also coincides with other significant moments in European history. In 1914, the first shots of World War I were fired by the Austro-Hungarian river monitor Bodrog on Serbian defences near Belgrade, an event that would reshape the political landscape of Europe. Decades earlier, in 1693, French troops defeated the forces of the Grand Alliance led by William III of England at the Battle of Landen in present-day Neerwinden, Belgium, during the Nine Years' War.
On this date, London experienced cloudy weather conditions. The moon was in its waxing gibbous phase, gradually approaching fullness, whilst those born on this day fell under the zodiac sign of Leo. DayAtlas provides detailed information about weather conditions on any historical date and location, alongside notable events, famous births and deaths, allowing users to explore what happened on specific days throughout history.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 29th July 1981
Compasses point north, yet destinations belong to those who choose differently.
Fortune of the Day
29th July in the Stars – Star Sign Leo
Personality Profile
Personality People born on July 29th blend Leo's natural charisma with Mars-driven determination. They are vibrant, creative individuals with an inherent drive to shape their surroundings. Their presence feels inspiring and magnetic to those around them.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their strengths include courage, generosity, and artistic talent with a competitive edge. They lead naturally and inspire others to embrace their visions. Weaknesses include occasional impatience, stubbornness, and a tendency toward dominance.
Love In relationships, these individuals bring passionate commitment and deep loyalty. They seek partners who understand their intensity and share their dreams. Honesty and romantic expression are essential to their happiness.
Caree & Finance They thrive in creative, leadership, or entrepreneurial roles. Their drive and vision propel them toward achievement and recognition. Financial matters benefit from more thoughtful planning to avoid impulsive decisions.
Health These people possess robust vitality and flourish with physical challenges. They should channel their intense energy constructively for lasting wellness. Creative pursuits and stress-management practices support their overall wellbeing.
That night, the moon was in its waxing gibbous phase.
Chinese year of the Rooster (Metal).
Fun Facts About 29th July
Name Days in Your Language: Bea, Beatrice, Beatriz, Beattie, Marta, Martha, Olaf, Serafina, Trixie
Someone born on this day in 1981 would be 44 years old today — just 16,334 days into life, which is roughly 392,025 hours, 23,521,554 minutes, or 1,411,293,247 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 210. day of the year.
There are 155 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 31 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 29th July
- Oh Beom-seok, South Korean footballer (1984)
- Chad Billingsley, American baseball player (1984)
- Wilson Palacios, Honduran footballer (1984)
- Jason Belmonte, Australian bowler (1983)
- Inés Gómez Mont, Mexican journalist and actress (1983)
- Alexei Kaigorodov, Russian ice hockey player (1983)
- Jerious Norwood, American football player (1983)
- Elise Testone, American singer-songwriter (1983)
- Janez Aljančič, Slovenian footballer (1982)
- Jônatas Domingos, Brazilian footballer (1982)
Lives Remembered on 29th July
- Fred Waring, American television host and bandleader (born 1900) (1984)
- Luis Buñuel, Spanish actor, director, and screenwriter (born 1900) (1983)
- Raymond Massey, Canadian-American actor and screenwriter (born 1896) (1983)
- David Niven, English military officer and actor (born 1910) (1983)
- Harold Sakata, American wrestler and actor (born 1920) (1982)
- Vladimir K. Zworykin, Russian-American engineer, invented the Iconoscope (born 1889) (1982)
- Robert Moses, American urban planner, designed the Northern State Parkway and Southern State Parkway (born 1888) (1981)
- Sydney Kyte, British bandleader (born 1896) (1981)
- Herbert Marcuse, German sociologist and philosopher (born 1898) (1979)
- Bill Todman, American screenwriter and producer (born 1916) (1979)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 29th July
- Christian feast day: Lazarus of Bethany
- Christian feast day: Lupus of Troyes
- Christian feast day: Martha of Bethany (Catholic, Anglican, and Lutheran Church)
- Christian feast day: Mary of Bethany
- Christian feast day: Olaf II of Norway
- Christian feast day: Simplicius, Faustinus and Beatrix
- Christian feast day: July 29 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Earliest day on which Somer's Day can fall, while August 4 is the latest; celebrated on Friday before the first Monday in August. (Bermuda)
- International Tiger Day
- Mohun Bagan Day (India)
- National Anthem Day (Romania)
- National Thai Language Day (Thailand)
- Ólavsøka or Olsok, opening of the Løgting session. (Faroe Islands and the Nordic countries)
What Happened on 29th July?
- Three children are stabbed to death and 10 other people injured at a dance studio in Southport, England. This incident, coupled with widespread online misinformation, leads to various racially motivated riots across the UK. (2024)
- The International Space Station temporarily spins out of control, moving the ISS 45 degrees out of attitude, following an engine malfunction of Russian module Nauka. (2021)
- The 2019 Altamira prison riot between rival Brazilian drug gangs leaves 62 dead. (2019)
- The first piece of suspected debris from Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 is discovered on Réunion Island. (2015)
- Two passenger trains collide in the Swiss municipality of Granges-près-Marnand near Lausanne injuring 25 people. (2013)
- An overloaded passenger ferry capsizes on the Kasai River in Bandundu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, resulting in at least 80 deaths. (2010)
- Astronomers announce their discovery of the dwarf planet Eris. (2005)
- The child protection portion of the Communications Decency Act is struck down by a U.S. federal court as too broad. (1996)
- The Supreme Court of Israel acquits alleged Nazi death camp guard John Demjanjuk of all charges and he is set free. (1993)
- British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and President of France François Mitterrand sign the agreement to build a tunnel under the English Channel (Channel Tunnel). (1987)