1915day.year
The Liberty Bell leaves Philadelphia by special train on its way to the Panama–Pacific International Exposition. This is the last trip outside Philadelphia that the custodians of the bell intend to permit.
In 1915, the iconic Liberty Bell is transported by special train from Philadelphia to the Panama–Pacific International Exposition, its first major journey outside the city.
On July 5, 1915, the historic Liberty Bell embarked on a cross-country rail journey to be featured at the Panama–Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco. This world’s fair celebrated the completion of the Panama Canal and showcased American progress in industry and the arts. Custodians intended this to be the bell’s final excursion beyond Philadelphia to preserve its structural integrity. The event drew huge crowds, reinforcing the bell’s symbolism of liberty and national unity. The bell returned to Philadelphia after the exposition, solidifying its status as an American cultural treasure.
1915
Liberty Bell
Panama–Pacific International Exposition
Philadelphia
1946day.year
Micheline Bernardini models the first modern bikini at a swimming pool in Paris.
French model Micheline Bernardini unveils the first modern bikini at a Paris pool, sparking a fashion revolution.
On July 5, 1946, 19-year-old Micheline Bernardini wore Jacques Heim’s daring two-piece swimsuit at the Piscine Molitor in Paris.
The outfit, later branded the “bikini,” consisted of only 30 square inches of fabric and stunned onlookers with its scant coverage.
Designed in the shadow of postwar austerity, the bikini symbolized freedom and modernity for women.
Headlines around the world debated its modesty and artistic merit, fueling both scandal and fascination.
This moment marked the birth of a swimwear trend that would come to define beach fashion globally.
1946
Micheline Bernardini
bikini
1954day.year
The BBC broadcasts its first daily television news bulletin.
BBC launches its first daily television news bulletin, marking a milestone in broadcast journalism.
On July 5, 1954, the British Broadcasting Corporation aired its inaugural daily TV news bulletin.
Produced at Alexandra Palace, the short program brought viewers timely summaries of domestic and international events.
Anchored by Christopher Chataway, it ran for just 15 minutes each evening.
The bulletin responded to growing public demand for speedy, visual news delivery.
It set the standard for regular television news services across the UK and beyond.
This launch paved the way for the modern 24-hour news culture we know today.
1954
BBC
1954day.year
Elvis Presley records his first single, "That's All Right", at Sun Records in Memphis, Tennessee.
Elvis Presley records his debut single “That’s All Right” at Sun Records, launching his rockabilly career.
On July 5, 1954, 19-year-old Elvis Aaron Presley stepped into Sun Studio in Memphis for a recording session.
Under producer Sam Phillips, Elvis and guitarist Scotty Moore improvised a fresh, upbeat take on Arthur Crudup’s blues number.
Bassist Bill Black joined in, creating a raw, rhythmic sound that blurred genre lines.
This impromptu recording became “That’s All Right,” often hailed as the birth of rock and roll.
Local DJs quickly embraced the track, and public response propelled Elvis to regional stardom.
The session marked the start of an icon’s journey to global fame.
Elvis Presley
That's All Right
Sun Records
Memphis, Tennessee