In History, Today on July 13

The Livonian Order suffered a defeat at the Battle of Durbe against the Samogitians, which was a significant event in the Northern Crusades.

The Battle of Gravelines took place during the Italian War of 1551–1559, where the Spanish forces defeated the French.

The English Civil War saw the Battle of Roundway Down, where Royalist forces defeated the Parliamentarians.

Jean-Paul Marat, a radical journalist and politician during the French Revolution, was assassinated by Charlotte Corday.

The New York City draft riots began, lasting several days, as a response to the Union draft during the American Civil War.

The Hollywood Sign was officially dedicated in the hills above Hollywood, Los Angeles, originally reading 'Hollywoodland'.

A major blackout hit New York City, leading to widespread looting and arson during a period of economic and social turmoil.

Live Aid, a dual-venue benefit concert organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, was held to raise funds for relief of the ongoing Ethiopian famine.

Beijing was awarded the 2008 Summer Olympics, marking the first time the Olympic Games would be held in China.

The Live 8 concerts, organized by Bob Geldof and Bono, took place in 10 cities around the world to raise awareness of poverty in Africa.

The European Union lifted sanctions on Cuba, which had been imposed in 2003 due to human rights concerns.

The United Nations declared a famine in parts of southern Somalia, the first time a famine had been declared in the region in nearly 30 years.

Theresa May became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, succeeding David Cameron following the Brexit referendum.

The World Health Organization declared the end of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.