9 July

Contemporary era

1877

First Wimbledon Championship

On 9 July 1877, the first Wimbledon tennis tournament began.

Contemporary era

1816

Independence of Argentina

On 9 July 1816, the United Provinces of the Rio de la Plata declared independence.

From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1755

Battle of the Monongahela

On 9 July 1755, General Braddock was defeated at the Monongahela during the French and Indian War.