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July 31st is remembered for the final phase of the Battle of Passchendaele in 1917 during World War I. This battle, also known as the Third Battle of Ypres, was marked by brutal fighting and heavy casualties, symbolizing the devastating impact of trench warfare.
Additionally, July 31st marks the birth of J.K. Rowling in 1965, the British author best known for creating the Harry Potter series. Rowling’s books have become a global phenomenon, inspiring a generation of readers and spawning a successful film franchise, theme parks, and a lasting legacy in literature.
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