5th August Historic events and Glories
What all happened on 5 August?
Everything that happened on 5 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
2012 – Shooter attacks Sikh Temple in Wisconsin
On August 5, 2012, seven people were killed after a gunman attacked a Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. Later, he was killed by the police.
2007 – U.S. Soldier Convicted for Rape and Murder
On August 5, 2007, Jesse Spielman, a United States soldier convicted of rape and murder charges of a 14-year-old girl and her family in Iraq. He was sentenced to 110 years in prison.
1963 – The Soviet Union Test Ban Treaty
On August 5, 1963, a partial nuclear test ban treaty was signed by the United States, Britain and Russia. The ban ended testing in the atmosphere, outer space and underwater.
1948 – Earthquake in Ecuador
On August 5, 1948, a deadly 6.7 magnitude earthquake hit Ecuador that killed 6,000 people and 20,000 people were injured.
1934 – Drought in the U.S.
On August 5, 1934, Oklahoma experienced a ravaging drought with temperatures reaching 117 degrees killing both animals and humans. Crops were burned due to heat.
Births – International
Composer Christopher Gunning
On August 5, 1944, Christopher gunning, an English composer was born. He composed concert works and music for films and television. He was accorded with a BASCA Gold Badge Award.
Novelist Wendell Berry
On August 5, 1934, Wendell Berry, an American novelist, poet, essayist, environmental activist, cultural critic, and the farmer was born. He became the first writer to be inducted into the Kentucky Writers Hall of Fame.
Cricketer Harry Trott
On August 5, 1866, George Henry Stevens “Harry” Trott, an Australian cricketer was born. He played 24 Tests matches and was an all-rounder. He was a versatile batsman, spin bowler and outstanding fielder.
Actor Robert Taylor
Born on August 5, 1911, Robert Taylor, born Spangler Arlington Brugh, an American film and television actor was born. He appeared in films of varying genres including musicals, comedy.
History – Indian
Events
2015 – Train derails in India
On August 5, 2015, In India two passenger trains jumped off damaged tracks on a bridge near a rain-swollen river, killing at least 24 people near Harda, Madhya Pradesh state.
2011 – Resumption in iron ore
On August 5, 2011, India’s top court allowed limited resumption of iron ore mining in Karnataka state that was suspended a week ago following revelations of a $3.6-billion mining fraud.
2005 – Program to save Bengal Tiger
On August 5, 2005, India’s PM Manmohan Singh took charge of a nationwide program to save the endangered Bengal tiger, the national animal that experts say is threatened by poachers and angry villagers.
2004 – Monsoon damage
On August 5, 2004, the death toll from monsoons in Bangladesh and India reached 1,823.
1998 – Artillery fire in Kashmir
On August 5, 1998, In India, 18 people were killed under artillery fire in Kashmir.
Births- Indian
Actress Kajol Devgan
On August 5, 1974, Kajol Devgan, an Indian Film actress was born. She is the recipient of numerous awards, including six Film fare Awards. She was awarded Padma Shri in 2011.
Actress Genelia D’Souza
On August 5, 1987, Genelia D’Souza, an Indian film actress and model was born. She has appeared in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam films and has been the brand ambassador of Fanta, Virgin Mobile India, Fastrack, LG Mobiles, Garnier Light, Margo, and Perk in India.
Composer Ricky Kej
On August 5, 1981, Ricky Kej, an Indian composer, music producer and environmentalist was born. He composed the music for the 2011 Cricket World Cup opening ceremony. He has earned many awards and was named in the prestigious “Real Leaders 100 List”.
Cricketer Venkatesh Prasad
On August 5, 1969, Venkatesh Prasad, a former Indian cricketer was born. He was appointed as bowling coach for Kings XI Punjab and Royal Challengers Bangalore. He received the Arjuna Award in 2000.
Singer Sandip
On August 5, 1978, Sandip, an Indian singer and actor was born. He was the first South Indian to participate in the Popular TV Show ZEE SAREGAMAPA and won many awards from the musical geniuses of Bollywood.
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