19 June

1867 - Execution of Maximilian of Mexico

On 19 June 1867, Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico was executed at Queretaro.

1865 - Juneteenth

On 19 June 1865, the announcement of the end of slavery in Texas gave rise to Juneteenth.

1623 - Birth of Blaise Pascal

On 19 June 1623, Blaise Pascal, mathematician, physicist and philosopher, was born.