August 19th Calendar Events: History, Famous Birthdays, and More
Historical Events
- 1692: The Salem witch trials in Salem Province of Massachusetts Bay resulted in the execution of five individuals, including a clergyman.
- 1924: The Summer Olympics officially open in Paris, France.
- 1977: The Voyager 2 spacecraft is launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on a mission to study the outer planets.
Famous Birthdays
- 1919: William Golding, English novelist and Nobel Prize laureate
- 1936: Ken Norton, American boxer and actor
- 1954: Belinda Carlisle, American singer and songwriter
Notable Deaths
- 1806: George Stubbs, English painter
- 1977: Elvis Presley, American singer and actor
- 2018: Kofi Annan, Ghanaian diplomat and Nobel Peace Prize laureate
Celestial Events
- 1995: The Sturgeon Moon, also known as the Full Moon in August, occurs on August 19th.
- 2041: A total solar eclipse will be visible in parts of the United States, including Idaho and Wyoming.
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Discover significant historical events, notable birthdays, and celestial occurrences on August 19th and beyond. Utilize our interactive tools to browse through the August 2024 calendar, explore events by date, day, or keyword, and access insights into sunrise and sunset times worldwide.
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