August
Our website brings you a daily update on important August events from both World history and Indian history. Explore what happened in Indian history in the month of August, from significant cultural achievements to major political milestones.
At the same time, dive into what happened in world history in the month of August, where global events changed the course of nations. Perfect for students and history enthusiasts, this page offers easy-to-read insights on events that shaped the world and India, all within the month of August. For Historical updates monthly basis, you may consider visiting the following pages:
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James Franck: Pioneering Physicist and Nobel Laureate
James Franck (26 August 1882 - 21 May 1964) was a German physicist. In 1925, Franck and Hertz were jointly…
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The Legacy of a Literary Giant: Hazari Prasad Dwivedi’s Biography
Hazari Prasad Dwivedi (19 August 1907 – 19 May 1979) was a Hindi novelist, literary historian, essayist, critic and scholar.
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Capturing Beauty: The Artistic Journey of Shoen Uemura
Shoen Uemura (23 April 1875 – 27 August 1949) also known as Shoen Utagawa, was a prominent Japanese artist known for…
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Percy Williams Bridgman: Pioneer of High-Pressure Physics
Percy Williams Bridgman (21 April 1882 – 20 August 1961) was an American physicist. In 1946, Percy Williams Bridgman was…
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Sergei Diaghilev: The Visionary Behind the Ballets Russes
Sergei Diaghilev (31 March 1872 – 19 August 1929) a Russian impresario and founder of the Ballets Russes, a dance…
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Stefan Banach: Architect of Modern Functional Analysis
Stefan Banach (30 March 1892 – 31 August 1945) was a Polish mathematician who is generally considered one of the…
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Unmasking a Legend: The Story of Nand Kishore Acharya
Nand Kishore Acharya is an Indian playwright, poet, and critic. Life and Career Nand Kishore Acharya was born on 31…
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Celebrating Kyrgyzstan Independence Day
At the foothills of the majestic Tien Shan Mountain range lies a country adorned with breathtaking landscapes and a rich…
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Uruguay Independence Day 2024: History, Theme, and Significance
August 25th marks a significant date on the calendar of Uruguayans worldwide. It’s a day filled with pride, reflection, and…
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Afghanistan Independence Day 2024: History, Theme, and Significance
August 19 marks a significant day in the hearts of Afghans worldwide as they celebrate Afghanistan Independence Day. Contrary to…
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Pioneering Pen: Julie Victoire Daubié and the Quest for Women’s Education
Julie Victoire Daubié (26 March 1824 – 26 August 1874) was a French journalist. She was the first woman to…
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Frederick Reines: The Neutrino Pioneer
Frederick Reines (16 March 1918 – 26 August 1998) was an American physicist. He was awarded the 1995 Nobel Prize…
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Beyond the Punchline: Howard Jacobson’s Literary Wit and Wisdom
Howard Jacobson (born 25 August 1942) is a British novelist and journalist best known for his novels that explore themes…
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Celebrating life and legacy of A. S. Byatt
A. S. Byatt (24 August 1936 – 16 November 2023) was a novelist, short-story writer, and critic of international renown.…
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Enedina Alves Marques: Breaking Barriers as Brazil’s First Black Female Engineer
Today's Google Doodle celebrates the 110th birthday of Brazilian engineer Enedina Alves Marques, the first Black woman to receive an…
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