2002⚡ Event
Mil Mi-26 helicopter crash in Chechnya
A Russian Mil Mi-26 helicopter was shot down by Chechen separatists, killing 127 people. This event marked the deadliest helicopter crash in history.
war
What Happened on August 19?
Discover 15 historical moments on August 19 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on August 19(5)
2003⚡ Event
Jerusalem Bus Bombing
A Hamas suicide bomber killed 23 people and wounded over 130 on a crowded public bus in Jerusalem.
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2003⚡ Event
Canal Hotel Bombing
A car bomb destroyed the United Nations headquarters at Baghdad's Canal Hotel, killing Sérgio Vieira de Mello and 21 others.
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2005⚡ Event
Tornado Outbreak in Ontario
Thunderstorms in southern Ontario, Canada, spawned at least three tornadoes, causing over C$500 million in damage.
disaster
2017⚡ Event
Salmon Escape in Washington
Approximately 250,000 farmed Atlantic salmon were accidentally released into the wild near Cypress Island, Washington.
Famous Birthdays on August 19(5)
Notable Deaths on August 19(5)
2019🕊️ Death
Lars Larsen
Lars Larsen, Danish businessman and founder of the retail chain JYSK, has died. He was born in 1948.
economics
August 19 in History
August 19 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 2002 to the present day.
Major Events on August 19
Among the most notable events on August 19: Mil Mi-26 helicopter crash in Chechnya (2002), Jerusalem Bus Bombing (2003), Canal Hotel Bombing (2003). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on August 19
Notable figures born on August 19 include Ethan Cutkosky, Thomas Flegler, Keegan Murray. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on August 19
Remembered figures who died on August 19 include Lars Larsen, Sonny Chiba, Tekla Juniewicz. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on August 19?
- August 19 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on August 19?
- One of the most notable events on August 19 is: Mil Mi-26 helicopter crash in Chechnya.
- Who was born on August 19?
- Famous figures born on August 19 include Ethan Cutkosky, Thomas Flegler, Keegan Murray.
- How many historical events happened on August 19?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on August 19, spanning centuries of world history.
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