2nd August events and timeline
What happened on 2 August? History and famous personalities
02 August is the day of remembrance in history. Some major events and famous personalities are highlighted in the blog.
History- International
Events
2018 – Apple becomes the first American company
On August 2, 2018, Apple becomes the first American public listed company to reach $1 trillion in value, becoming the first publicly traded company in the U.S. to reach 13 figures in terms of market value.
1980 – Bologna Terrorist Bomb
On August 2, 1980, a bomb planted by right-wing terrorists in a waiting room exploded in Bologna railway station killing over 70 people and injuring more than 200 people.
1955 – China-US Prisoners to be released
On August 2, 1955, after spending 32 months in a Chinese prison, eleven U.A. military airmen, who the Chinese accused of spying, were to be released in Hong Kong.
1929 – U.S.A. Drought Conditions
On August 2, 1929, a heatwave and near-drought conditions occurred in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Western Missouri. The temperature was over 100 degrees and in Kansas, it reached 107 degrees which was the hottest temperature ever recorded.
1985 – U.S.A. Jumbo Jet Plane Crash
On August 2, 1985, a Delta Air Lines jumbo jet crashed during a thunderstorm on its final destination to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. This explosion killed more than 130 people.
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Births – International
Composer Anthony Payne
On August 2, 1936, Anthony Payne, an English composer was born. He was famous for the work published as “Edward Elgar: The Sketches for Symphony No. 3”.
Writer Isabel Allende
On August 2, 1942, Isabel Allende, a Chilean writer was born. She is known for novels such as “The House of the Spirits” and “City of the Beasts” and has been called “the world’s most widely read Spanish-language author”.
Cricketer Eddie Fuller
On August 2, 1931, Eddie Fuller, a South African cricketer was born. He played 7 Tests and was the most successful South African bowler in the match.
Actor Peter O’Toole
Born on August 2, 1932, Peter O’Toole, a British stage and film actor of Irish descent was born. He was nominated for an Oscar and was also awarded a Lifetime Achievement Academy Award. He was listed at number 4 on Irish Times list of Ireland’s greatest film actors.
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History – Indian
Events
2006 – Child Labour banned
On August 2, 2006, India banned children under the age of 14 from working as domestic servants or at hotels, tea shops, restaurants and resorts. The labour ministry said the ban would inherit effect from October 10.
2000 – Damage by flood
On August 2, 2000, rain in Tibet flooded the Sutlej River in India and drowned at least 107 people in Himachal Pradesh state.
1999 – The Gaisal Train Disaster
On August 1999, The Brahmputra Mail train from Gauhati collided with the Awadh-Assam Express from New Delhi at Gaisan Station. Over 285 people were killed and 1000 people were injured.
1989 – Tamil civilians killed
On August 2, 1989, a massacre is carried out by an Indian Peace Keeping Force in Sri Lanka. 64 Tamil civilians were killed by
1858 – Government of India Act 1858
On August 2, 1858, The Government of India Act 1858 was an Act of the British parliament that transferred the
Births – Indian
Actor Ruslaan Mumtaz
On August 2, 1982, Ruslaan Mumtaz, an Indian film and television actor was born. He appeared in movies, television shows as well as web series.
Actress Yuvika Chaudhary
On August 2, 1983, Yuvika Chaudhary, an Indian actress was born. She appeared in many Bollywood films and was a contestant in Colors TV’s reality show Bigg Boss 9.
Cricketer Arshad Ayub
On August 2, 1958, Arshad Ayub a former Indian cricketer was born. He became the manager for the Indian Cricket Team for the series held in Bangladesh and also the president of HCA.
Novelist Gyan Chaturvedi
On August 2, 1952, Gyan Chaturvedi an Indian writer and satirist was born. He was known for his satirist novels. He was honoured by the Government of India in 2015 with Padma Shri.
Singer Devi Sri Prasad
On August 2, 1979, Devi Sri Prasad, an Indian music composer, lyricist, singer, and director was born. He is best known for his works in the cinema of South India and has composed music for more than 100 films. He has won eight Film fare Awards.
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