History

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26 Aug

On This Day – August 26th

The year continues to sail by – we’re already at August 26th! Never fear, however, as we are still here to guide you through the most notable moments that have occurred on this day in the past. We’ll also let you know if you share a birthday with any famous people – spoiler alert, you …
Kiss a Ginger Day
25 Aug

On This Day – August 25th

August 25th takes us closer toward the fall, and for many of you Virgos out there, it’s likely to be a special birthday – but why else is this particular date so notable around the world? As usual, we’ve brought together tons of facts about historical events unfolding on this date going back centuries, famous …
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24 Aug

10 Righteous Facts about Ronald Reagan

Serving as the President of the United States of America, Ronald Reagan remains one of the most well-known figures in Western politics. A polarizing figure during the Cold War between the US and Russia, Reagan won two terms from voters but also earned critics. Here are ten fun facts about Ronald Reagan they might not …
An illustration of an old vinyl record of pop music
24 Aug

On This Day – August 24th

The final week of August approaches – but there are still a few surprises up this month’s summery sleeve. As always, we’re here to break down some of the most significant and interesting moments from August 24ths going back in time, and to share with you some intriguing international holidays.
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23 Aug

10 Heralding Facts about Hermes

Although we know that Hermes famously lends his name to expensive bags these days, we’re here to talk about the messenger of the Gods himself, in all of his winged shoed glory. What is it about the Gods’ messenger that makes him so iconic? Here are some fun facts about Hermes to keep in mind …
interesting facts about Mount Vesuvius
23 Aug

On This Day – August 23rd

August 23rd isn’t just any regular day! As you will see, it is a day for celebration, commemoration, and a lot of information. You may already be celebrating a birthday today, and if that’s the case, you’ll find our celebrity birthdays section of interest! Let’s take a deep dive into August 23rd, and why it’s …
Gandhi
22 Aug

On This Day – August 22nd

If it’s your birthday today, or you’re marking a special anniversary, congratulations! August 22nd happens to be a pretty important day around the world for a variety of reasons, and in this guide, we’ll take you through everything you need to know. Stay tuned for some historical moments, famous birthdays, and international celebrations.
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21 Aug

10 Mystifying Facts about Michelangelo

Michelangelo remains one of the most influential and recognizable painters of all time. His works have transcended time, and billions have seen his works over the years, either for those lucky enough to see them in person or to have seen replicas. But how much do you actually know about one of the most famous …
International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism
21 Aug

On This Day – August 21st

August is very slowly coming to an end, but if you’re lamenting the end of sunshine (or the chill if you’re in the southern hemisphere), there’s still plenty left to learn about this fabulous month. Below, we’ve collected a stack of facts about August 21st, and if it’s your birthday, you can also check who …
Facts about Slavery
20 Aug

On This Day – August 20th

August 20th takes us deeper into the end of the summer for those of us in the upper hemisphere – but beyond that, it’s actually a fairly notable day. Check out some of our facts about August 20th regarding historical moments, famous birthdays, and even a few occasions you may want to mark on your …
facts about Orangutan
19 Aug

On This Day – August 19th

Unless it’s your birthday or an important anniversary in your life, August 19th may seem like just another date on the calendar. As always, however, there’s something special to remember about today – and if you follow our date guides regularly, you’ll know that by now! Let’s take a look at some major historical moments, …
World Breast Cancer Day
18 Aug

On This Day – August 18th

What’s so special about August 18th? A better question would be what isn’t so special – even if you’re not marking today as a birthday, anniversary, or other type of celebration, there are still plenty of reasons to look back on August 18th to see what unfolded. Let’s dive in and take a look at …
Double Eagle II
17 Aug

On This Day – August 17th

If you ask anyone what’s so special about August 17th, very few of us would actually have an answer. And, how wrong we would all be! August 17th is one of the most important dates of the year, and we have all of the reasons why below. Congratulations if you’re celebrating a birthday or anniversary …
Norwuz celebration or Parsi New Year
16 Aug

On This Day – August 16th

As we’re nearing the end of summer in the upper hemisphere, the last thing you are going to want to do is look at the calendar. However, that can be a real shame as you might miss out on some of the most important dates of the year! Take August 16th, for example – below, …
New York Yellow Taxi Cab
15 Aug

On This Day – August 15th

We have officially made it midway through August. For some of us, that means our vacations are about to begin, while for others it generally means that they’re coming to a close. However, August 15th is about far more than taking time away – as you’re about to see, there have been plenty of historical …