What happened in history in August?

History happens every day! Select a specific date from our list below to explore major milestones, treaties, and discoveries that occurred on that day in August.

Are there more August historical events?

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On This Day in August

Browse our historical calendar for August. Select a date below to explore monumental events that happened on that exact day.

August 28

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