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National days, ongoing national weeks and months, and global observances for June 22, 2026. Plus historical events and birthdays.
These observances last the full month; this date is part of that month-long celebration.
Showing the first 12 on this date; there are more month-long observances. See the full months list for June.
International and other global observances on this date (may include days, weeks, or months).
Events that occurred on June 22 throughout history
The Trail of Tears begins after Cherokee leaders Major Ridge, John Ridge, and Elias Boudinot are assassinated for signing the Treaty of New Echota. The "Five Civilized Tribes" (Cherokee, Muscogee, Seminole, Chickasaw, and Choctaw), are forced to relocate by federal troops. Around 4,000 out of the 16,000 tribal members died.
President Ulysses S. Grant signs an act by Congress to create the U.S. Department of Justice.
The first Dairy Queen opens at at 501 N. Chicago Street in Joliet, Illinois. The original Dairy Queen closed in 1950 but has remained a historical city landmark.
The Pledge of Allegiance is formally recognized by U.S. Congress. It was formally adopted into the United States Flag Code on December 28, 1945.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 into law. Also known as the G.I. Bill, the legislation provided returning World War II veterans with unemployment compensation, low-interest mortgages, tuition and living stipends to attend college or vocational school.
Walt Disney releases the theatrical film of The Lady and the Tramp. It was the first Disney film to be filmed in the CinemaScope widescreen format.
People born on June 22
Engineer who invented Masking tape and cellophane tape.
Critically acclaimed award-winning actress with major roles in Julia, The Deer Hunter, Kramer vs, Kramer, Sophie's War, Mama Mia!, and The Devil Wears Prada.
Singer-songwriter, guitarist, and actor who is considered one of the greatest song writers in country music.
American television announcer for The Newlywed Game and The Dating Game.
Academic and author of The Da Vinci Code and Angels & Demons.
Pop singer of the hits Girls Just Want to Have Fun and Time After Time.
Fashion designer who founded the Bill Blass Fashion house.
