1918⚡ Event
First Woman Enlists in US Marine Corps
Opha May Johnson became the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.
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What Happened on August 13?
Discover 14 historical moments on August 13 — 4 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on August 13(4)
1999⚡ Event
Japan Adopts National Flag and Anthem Act
The Act on National Flag and Anthem was adopted, formally establishing the Hinomaru and "Kimigayo" as the Japanese national flag and anthem.
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2004⚡ Event
Hurricane Charley Strikes Florida
Merely 22 hours after Tropical Storm Bonnie struck Florida, Hurricane Charley inflicted further damage to the region.
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2010⚡ Event
MV Sun Sea Incident
The MV Sun Sea docked in British Columbia after being boarded by Canadian authorities. The 492 Sri Lankan Tamil refugee claimants on board were placed into detention.
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Famous Birthdays on August 13(5)
Notable Deaths on August 13(5)
2024🕊️ Death
Greg Kihn
American singer-songwriter and guitarist Greg Kihn has died. He was born in 1949.
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2024🕊️ Death
Frank Selvy
American basketball player and coach Frank Selvy has died. He was born in 1932.
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August 13 in History
August 13 is home to 14 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 4 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1918 to the present day.
Major Events on August 13
Among the most notable events on August 13: First Woman Enlists in US Marine Corps (1918), Japan Adopts National Flag and Anthem Act (1999), Hurricane Charley Strikes Florida (2004). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on August 13
Notable figures born on August 13 include Filip Forsberg, Antonia Lottner, Dalma Gálfi. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on August 13
Remembered figures who died on August 13 include Richard Alatorre, Wally Amos, Sergio Donati. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on August 13?
- August 13 is home to 14 recorded historical entries, including 4 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on August 13?
- One of the most notable events on August 13 is: First Woman Enlists in US Marine Corps.
- Who was born on August 13?
- Famous figures born on August 13 include Filip Forsberg, Antonia Lottner, Dalma Gálfi.
- How many historical events happened on August 13?
- Our collection records 4 historical events on August 13, spanning centuries of world history.
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