On This Day for 7/30 - Uruguay wins the first World Cup, Jimmy Hoffa disappears, and more

Don't miss an issue of On This Day! Simply add [customerservice@eb.com]( to your address book. On This Day July 30 Discover the Fastest Route to Britannica - [EB.com]( Biography of the Day [Henry Moore in his studio, mid-1960s; photo by Gisele Freund.]( [Henry Moore]( [Henry Moore]( born on this day in 1898, was an English sculptor whose organically shaped abstract figures in bronze and stone constitute the major 20th-century manifestation of the [humanist]( tradition in sculpture. Who else was born today? Find out with the newest version of [our best-selling software! >>]( On This Day [Otto von Bismarck.]( 1898: Death of Otto von Bismarck [Otto von Bismarck]( as prime minister of Prussia (1862–73, 1873–90), used ruthlessness and moderation to unify [Germany]( founding the German Empire (1871) and serving as its first chancellor (1871–90)—died on this day in 1898. Explore more key moments in history for just $39.95 [Learn more >>]( [Sign up now]( for our monthly newsletter, showcasing articles hand-picked by our editors! More Events On This Day 2007: [Ingmar Bergman]( screenwriter and director [Ingmar Bergman]( was known for his bleak depiction of human loneliness, vulnerability, and torment—died. 1975: Former Teamsters president [Jimmy Hoffa]( disappeared under mysterious circumstances. 1956: [US flag]( phrase “In God we trust” legally became the national motto of the [United States](. 1942: [Frank Sinatra]( Sinatra]( sang with the [Tommy Dorsey]( Orchestra in his last recording before venturing on a solo career. 1936: American [blues]( musician [Buddy Guy]( who was noted for his slashing electric guitar riffs and passionate vocals, was born in Lettsworth, Louisiana. 1930: [Uruguay scoring its first goal in the World Cup final against Argentina]( defeated Argentina to win the first [World Cup]( in [football]( (soccer). 1921: [Charles H. Best and Frederick Banting with one of the first dogs that received insulin during their research.]( was first isolated as a pancreatic extract by the Canadian scientists [Sir Frederick Banting]( and [Charles H. Best](. 1863: [Henry Ford]( industrialist and automobile manufacturer [Henry Ford]( who revolutionized factory production with his assembly-line methods, was born. 1540: Lutheran clergyman [Robert Barnes]( was burned as a heretic after being used by [Thomas Cromwell]( and King [Henry VIII]( to gain European support for their anti-papal movement in England. A Great Gift Idea from The Britannica Store [1768 Encyclopaedia Britannica Replica Set]( The handsome three-volume reproduction is so beautifully executed that it's almost indistinguishable from the 1768 original, right down to the natural age spots and watermarks on the pages. A must-have for collectors of history or vintage books, the set lends an unmistakable air of prestige to any home or office. [Get yours today]( Our Best-Selling Software! the world's most trusted and authoritative information for [only $39.95](. Britannica on Facebook a fan]( on Facebook and get updated Britannica content in your news feed! Britannica on Twitter @Britannica]( and enjoy daily tweets relating to the news stories of the day! [Home]( [Advocacy for Animals]( [Newsletters]( [Feedback]( [Help]( Please note that if you do not open or click on any On This Day email during any consecutive 14-day period, we reserve the right to remove your address from the active mailing list. This policy does not apply to RSS feeds. Share: Was this message forwarded to you? [Click here]( and we'll start sending you the On This Day newsletters. This message has been sent to {EMAIL}. To unsubscribe [click here](. To unsubscribe by postal mail, send your request to: Encyclopaedia Britannica 325 N. LaSalle St. - Suite 200 Chicago, IL 60654 US ATTN: Customer Service - On This Day © 2017 Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. [Privacy Policy]( — [Help](