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August in History

Explore 6 historical entries across all 31 days of August — including 4 events, 1 famous birthdays, and 1 notable deaths.

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Every Day in August

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Alfred, Lord Tennyson born

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Martin Luther King Jr. delivers 'I Have a Dream' speech

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August Through the Ages

August has been a pivotal month throughout human history. Our timeline captures 6 historical moments across all 31 days, from groundbreaking discoveries and world-altering events to the births and deaths of legendary figures.

Browse each day of August above to explore the full timeline, or use the month navigation to journey through the entire year of history.

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