Today in History
The “History” category typically refers to a broad field of study and knowledge encompassing the past events, developments, and experiences of humanity. It includes the history of the world, the exploration, and analysis of various historical periods, cultures, civilizations, individuals, and significant milestones. It also covers topics like this day in history, today in history, on this day in history, on this day in Indian history, on this day in World History.
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Chava Flores: Chronicling Mexico’s Soul Through Song
Chava Flores (14 January 1920 – 5 August 1987) was a Mexican composer and singer of popular and folkloric music. In…
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Gopinath Bordoloi: Architect of Assam’s Modern Renaissance
Gopinath Bordoloi (6 June 1890 – 5 August 1950) was a politician and Indian independence activist and politician who served…
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Anniversary of Electric Traffic Signal System
The electric traffic signal was first installed at the corner of 105th and Euclid in Cleveland, Ohio on August 5th, 1914.
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Wassily Leontief: Architect of Input-Output Economics and Nobel Laureate
Wassily Leontief (5 August 1905 – 5 February 1999), was a Soviet-American economist. He won the Nobel Memorial Prize in…
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Carmen Miranda: The Brazilian Singer of Music and Film
Carmen Miranda (9 February 1909 – 5 August 1955) was a Portuguese-born Brazilian samba singer, dancer, Broadway actress, and film star…
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Soraya Jiménez: The Golden Champion of Mexican Weightlifting
Soraya Jiménez (5 August 1977 – 28 March 2013) was a Mexican weightlifter and Olympic champion. She participated at the…
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Toni Morrison: Wordsmith of the Human Experience
Toni Morrison, (18 February 1931 – 5 August 2019) was an American novelist, editor, and professor. she won the Nobel…
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Ruth Asawa: Weaving Art, Identity, and Activism
Ruth Asawa (24 January 1926 – 5 August 2013) was an American modernist sculptor. Her work is featured in collections…
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Anbara Salam Khalidi: A Pioneer of Arab Feminism and Literary Voice
Anbara Salam Khalidi (4 August 1897–May 1986) was a Filipino American competitive diver who won gold medals in both platform…
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Kishore Kumar: The Melodious Maestro of Indian Cinema
Kishore Kumar (4 August 1929 – 13 October 1987) was an Indian playback singer, musician and actor. He is widely…
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4 August in Indian and World History
4 August in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 4 August is the birth…
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Pumpuang Duangjan: Thailand’s Queen of Luk Thung Music
Pumpuang Duangjan (4 August 1961 – 13 June 1992) was a Thai megastar. She was the symbol of Thai songs…
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Celebrate Cook Islands Constitution Day
August 4th marks a significant event for the people of the Cook Islands – Constitution Day. It’s a day of…
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Bahiga Hafez: Egypt’s Trailblazing Actress and Cultural Icon
Bahiga Hafez (August 4, 1908 – 13 Dec 1983) was an Egyptian screenwriter, composer, director, editor, producer, and actress.
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Exploring the Enigmatic World of Knut Hamsun: A Journey Through Norwegian Literature
Knut Hamsun (4 August 1859 – 19 February 1952) was a Norwegian writer. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in…
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