30 July

Contemporary era

1965

Creation of Medicare

On 30 July 1965, President Johnson signed the law creating Medicare in the United States.

Contemporary era

1863

Birth of Henry Ford

On 30 July 1863, Henry Ford, pioneer of the mass-produced car, was born.

From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1419

First Defenestration of Prague

On 30 July 1419, the First Defenestration of Prague triggered the Hussite Wars.