Historical Events Jul 19 Italian War of 1542: The Siege of Boulogne begins Famous Deaths Jul 18 René van Chalon, viceroy of Holland, dies in battle at 25 Jul 21 René of Chalon [Renatus of Nassau], prince of Orange, slain in battle Jun 1544 History by Year Aug 1544 Famous Musicians Country Singers Jazz Musicians Opera Singers Pop Stars Rappers Rockers