Days Until July 3, 2025

3 July

What makes 3 July special? Here are some notable events that happened on this day:

• 1863: The Battle of Gettysburg, one of the decisive battles of the American Civil War, ends with a victory for the Union army.
• 1884: Dow Jones & Company publishes its first stock average.
• 1938: The world's first superhero, Superman, makes his debut appearance in Action Comics #1.
• 1962: The Algerian War of Independence ends with a ceasefire agreement between France and the National Liberation Front.
• 1988: Iran Air Flight 655 is shot down by a US Navy guided missile cruiser, killing all 290 passengers and crew on board.
• 2013: Egypt's first democratically elected president, Mohamed Morsi, is overthrown in a military coup.

Here are some fun facts about 3 July:

• July 3rd is the 184th day of the year or the 185th day in leap years.
• July's birthstone is ruby, which symbolizes contentment and love.
• The zodiac signs for people born on this day are Cancer (June 21 - July 22) and Leo (July 23 - August 22).
• The planet Mars is in retrograde motion on or around July 3rd every two years, which affects our energy, emotions, and conflicts.
• Several notable people were born on this day, including Franz Kafka (1883), Tom Cruise (1962), and Olivia Munn (1980).

Finally, here are some ways you can celebrate 3 July:

• Visit a Civil War battlefield or museum to learn more about the history of the Battle of Gettysburg.
• Read a Superman comic and appreciate the impact this character has had on popular culture.
• Support democratic institutions and human rights around the world, particularly those threatened by authoritarian regimes.
• Wear or gift someone a ruby jewelry as a symbol of affection and happiness.
• Watch a movie starring Tom Cruise or Olivia Munn as a tribute to their birthdays.

Now you know all the important things about 3rd July.