What happened on 10 June?

Look at what happened on this day, 10 June in history. From various achievements and milestones throughout human history to groundbreaking inventions and events that shaped the world we live in today.

Here is a look at some of the most notable events that happened on this day

ON THIS DAY: 10 JUNE

1991 | In a press conference, former army major Mr. Nico Basson said that the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) had received covert support and weaponry from the South African Defence Force (SADF) in an effort to weaken the African National Congress (ANC). These weapons included AK-47 assault rifles.

1997 | The Khmer Rouge commander Pol Pot had his defence chief Son Sen and 11 members of Sen’s family killed before he fled his northern stronghold.

2002 | In the United Kingdom, Kevin Warwick conducted the first experiment involving direct electronic communication between two human neurological systems.

2003 | NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover mission was began in 2003 with the launch of the Spirit rover.

2018 | The Opportunity rover transmitted its final communication to Earth. The mission’s conclusion was ultimately announced on 13 February 2019.

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BIRTHDAYS

1966 | English footballer and manager, David Platt.

1968 | South African pianist, Andile Yenana.

1970 | TV Personality and Producer, Connie Ferguson.

1973 | South African politician, Xaba Sbusiso.

1976 | Estonian footballer, Alari Lell.

DEATHS

2000 | English cricketer, Brian Statham, 70.

2003 | Welsh academic and politician, Phil Williams, 64.

2013 | American political consultant, Doug Bailey, 80.

2015 | German author and publisher, Wolfgang Jeschke, 79.

2020 | American baseball player, Claudell Washington, 66.

SPORTS

2016 | Stephen Curry led the Golden State Warriors to a 108-97 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena, giving them a 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals.

ENTERTAINMENT

2004 | On this day, Ray Charles died at age 73 of liver disease.

AFRICA FACT

South Africa is Africa’s second largest exporter of cars after Morocco.