10th August Historic events that you should know
What happened on 10 August?
Everything that happened on 10 August is highlighted in the blog below. What were the major events and challenges of this day? Who all people gave their contribution.
History and famous personalities
History – International
Events
2009 – Explosion in a coal mine
On August 10, 2009, an explosion in a coal mine in Handlova, Slovakia due to gases ignited as the miners fought off a fire in the mine. It killed 20 workers and 9 were injured.
2003 – Okinawa Urban Monorail opened
On August 10, 2003, The Okinawa Urban Monorail was opened in Naha, Okinawa to connect Naha Airport to the rest of the city and provide a means of public transportation besides the inefficient bus system.
1957 – U.S.A. “Protective Milk”
On August 10, 1957, Dr W.E. Peterson feels confident that the invention of “protective milk” can cure a variety of human illnesses such as cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatic fever, and even the common cold.
1921 – U.S.A. Bootleggers
On August 10, 1921, a large ring of bootleggers was discovered in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York. The bootleggers hid their illegal operations under the disguise of being a “medicinal manufacturers” company.
1846 – Smithsonian Institution
On August 10, 11045, US Act of Congress passed establishing the Smithsonian Institution signed into law by President James K. Polk. It is now the world’s largest museum and research complex.
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Births – International
Emperor Le Hoan
On August 10, 941, Le Hoan, Vietnamese emperor was born. He was the first emperor of the Early Le dynasty.
Composer Alexander Glazunov
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On August 10, 1865, Alexander Glazunov, a Russian composer, music teacher, and conductor was born. He successfully established nationalism and cosmopolitanism in Russian music.
Writer Jorge Amado
On August 10, 1935, Jorge Amado, a Brazilian writer and professor was born. He was the best known of modern Brazilian writers who depicted a cheerful and optimistic country and also deep social and economic differences.
Cricketer Jack Richards
On August 10, 1958, Jack Richards, an English former first-class cricketer was born. He was considered as England’s most gifted wicketkeeper-batsman.
Actor Jack Haley
Born on August 10, 1898, Jack Haley, an American vaudevillian, actor, comedian, radio host, singer and dancer was born. He appeared in various films, short films and Broadway.
History – Indian
Events
2018 – Monsoon rain damage
On August 10, 2018, In Kerala, torrential monsoon rains killed at least 26 people in flooding, landslides and house collapse. More than 15,500 people took shelter in state-run relief camps.
2015 – Stampede at the temple in Jharkhand
On August 10, 2015, a stampede at a temple during a Hindu religious festival left 10 pilgrims dead and dozens of people injured n Deoghar, Jharkhand state.
2008 – River flood
On August 10, 2008, in southern India, 40 villagers riding on a truck were swept away by a flooded river and feared dead.
1998 – 19 people killed in Kashmir
On August 10, 1998, fighting in Kashmir resumed and 19 people were reported killed in battles between Indian security forces and Pakistan-backed separatist rebels.
1970 – FBI Agent killed by Tupamaro Guerrilla
On August 10, 1970, Dan Mitrione, a former Indian police officer and FBI agent who had been advising Latin American governments on techniques for interrogating suspects was killed by Tupamaro guerrillas.
Births – Indian
Actor Shabir Ahluwalia
On August 10, 1979, Shabir Ahluwalia, an Indian television actor and the host was born. He appeared in numerous television series and reality shows.
Actress Pratyusha Banerjee
On August 10, 1991, Pratyusha Banerjee, an Indian television actress was born. She appeared in many television and reality shows.
Novelist Vijay Shastri
On August 10, 1945, Vijay Shastri, an Indian Gujarati language short story writer, novelist, critic and translator was born. He has written more than 200 short stories.
Cricketer Khershed Meherhomji
On August 10, 1980, Sajjad, an Indian cricketer was born. He was a right-handed batsman and a right-arm bowler.
Singer Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande
On August 10, 1860, Vishnu Narayan Bhatkande, an Indian singer and musicologist was born. He explained the ragas in an easy language and composed several bandishes.
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