Historical eventJuly 151979

President of the United States

U.S. president Jimmy Carter gives his "malaise speech".

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When
Sunday, July 15 197947 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
20th century · 1970s
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Dates: From 1979.

What happened

The president of the United States (POTUS) is the head of state and head of government of the United States. The president directs the executive branch of the federal government and is the commander-in-chief of the United States Armed Forces.

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When did President of the United States happen?

July 15 1979 — 47 years ago, on a Sunday.

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