🗓️ On This Day - August 7th
So we've reached the end of the first week of August. But don't be too sad! As August 7th has proven in the past, absolutely anything could happen today – and hopefully for you, lots of great things are set to unfold. Here are some of the most incredible things about August 7th, including a few famous birthdays that might just surprise you as a fellow Leo.
On this day
The Russians faced the Swedes.
In 1714, the Battle of Gangut took place. It was the first very important victory for the Russian Navy amid the Great Northern War against Sweden, taking place in what's now known as Hanko, a city in modern-day Finland.
A tragedy occurred in Iraq.
In 1933, the Iraqi Government slaughtered over 3,000 Assyrians in Sumail. The day became known as Assyrian Martyrs Day, and it’s still marked by those families impacted decades later.
Tokyo Telecommunications made huge technological strides.
Many of us already know Japan as an epicenter of technological innovation out East. However, on this day, a momentous occasion unfolded that would lead to even bigger strides in the decades to come. In 1955, Tokyo Telecommunications began selling its first transistor radios in Japan. The company was the precursor to Sony!
Operation Desert Shield began.
In 1990, the US deployed troops to Saudi Arabia. In doing so, they began Operation Desert Shield. The operation is better known as the start of the Gulf War campaign that led to Operation Desert Storm, and the liberation of Kuwait, which would take place in February 1991.
The Russo-Georgian War started.
In 2008, the first European war of the 21st century began as Georgia moved troops into the republics of South Ossetia and Tskhinva which Russia supported. It was the beginning of the Russo-Georgian War – a conflict which Russia's eventual invasion of Ukraine has since compounded.
Special Days Falling on August 7th
August 7th is a day for celebration all around the world! Here are some of the most important celebrations that take place today.
Côte d’Ivoire Independence Day
Today, Côte d’Ivoire celebrates its independence from France since 1960. The day is celebrated across the country with all kinds of performances, cultural activities, and more! It is also a work and school-free day so that everyone can partake in the celebrations.
Purple Heart Day
Celebrated largely in the US, Purple Heart Day is an important occasion falling on August 7th each year for people connected to the American Military. Specifically, the occasion celebrates the creation of the Purple Heart badge, devised to help decorate and honor service people fighting in the name of the states. It remains the oldest decoration in the military purely for merit, and today’s a great day to remember those who served for us, and who continue to serve.
Battle of Boyacá Day
In Colombia, the Battle of Boyacá was a conflict that saw Colombia triumph in its attempts to break free from the ownership of the Kingdom of Spain. As such, it remains a hugely personal occasion for Colombians all over the world to mark, long since the battle of 1819 unfolded.
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This month in history
MTV debuted! The hit music television channel had its start back in August 1981, with “Video Killed The Radio Star” by The Buggles taking to the airwaves. MTV is credited with effectively creating the medium of the “music video.” And, to this day, winning an MTV award is considered to be an honor in music, television, and film. The channel isn’t as well-known for pure music these days, but its influence on global culture is still monumental.
Famous Birthdays on August 7th
If you were born on August 7th…
…you’re a Leo! You are compassionate, caring, and very driven! There is no task you can’t succeed in when you put your mind to it, and you’re always more than happy to reap the finest rewards.
Head on over to our facts about Leo to get even more of a lowdown (or should that be a Leo-down?).
