June 24

Saturday 24, 1995:

In the final of the Rugby Union World Cup held at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, a drop goal in extra time by Joel Stransky lifts South Africa to a 15-12 win over New Zealand.

Monday 24, 1974:

The UPC label is used for the first time to ring up purchases at a supermarket.

Monday 24, 1901:

First exhibition of Pablo Picasso's work opens.

Monday 24, 1861:

Tennessee becomes the 11th and last state to secede from the US.

Sunday 24, 1821:

Battle of Carabobo : Venezuela gains total independence from Spain.