Major Events 1831 – Nat Turner leads a slave rebellion in Virginia, one of the most significant uprisings in American history. 1858 – The first of the historic Lincoln–Douglas debates …
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Major Events 917 – The Battle of Acheloos: Bulgarian forces defeat the Byzantine Empire. 1741 – Alaska is sighted by Danish explorer Vitus Bering on behalf of Russia. 1858 – …
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On This Day in History – August 19: Coup in Iran, Wright Brothers, Humanitarian Day and More
by hpmomOn This Day in History – August 19 August 19 has played host to revolutionary moments, scientific breakthroughs, and historic milestones in global leadership. From coups to first flights, this …
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On This Day in History – August 18: 19th Amendment, Genghis Khan, Virginia Dare, and More
by hpmomOn This Day in History – August 18 August 18 has been marked by political milestones, scientific breakthroughs, and cultural moments that have shaped societies around the globe. From royal …
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On This Day in History – August 17: Indonesia’s Independence, Venera 7, and More
by hpmomOn This Day in History – August 17 August 17 has seen momentous developments in global politics, innovation, space exploration, and cultural milestones. From declarations of independence to famous discoveries, …
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On This Day in History – August 16: Elvis Presley’s Death, Madonna’s Birthday, and More
by hpmomOn This Day in History – August 16 August 16 is a date filled with cultural milestones, political changes, and memorable moments in entertainment, sports, and history. From the death …
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On This Day in History – August 15: India’s Independence, Japan’s Surrender, and More
by hpmomOn This Day in History – August 15 August 15 marks historic milestones across the world, from independence and wartime shifts to cultural and religious observances. It’s a date that …
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On This Day in History – August 14: Pakistan’s Independence, V-J Day, and Famous Birthdays
by hpmomOn This Day in History – August 14 August 14 marks major turning points in world history—from the end of wars and the formation of nations to the lives of …
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On This Day in History – August 13: Berlin Wall, Annie Oakley, Hitchcock and More
by hpmomOn This Day in History – August 13 August 13 is filled with revolutionary shifts, notable inventions, cultural milestones, and the lives of some of history’s most remarkable individuals. From …
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On This Day in History – August 12: Cleopatra’s Death, IBM PC Launch, and More
by hpmomOn This Day in History – August 12 August 12 has witnessed turning points in world exploration, war, technology, and the arts. From spacewalks to famous births and cultural milestones, …