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What Happened on the day you were born on This day in History
For Those With Birthdays 2nd August or looking for specific year these years are Included on this date 1914, 1929, 1934, 1939, 1943, 1949, 1955, 1964, 1965, 1973, 1980, 1985, 1988, 1990, 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, Born This Day,
Germany
1934 Germany Hitler
2nd Aug. 1934 : Adolf Hitler, the chancellor of Germany, became the country's Fuhrer ( president and chancellor ) today after German President Paul Von Hindenburg died.
This was an earlier Hitler Speech but shows his fanaticism
1934 Germany Hitler
2nd Aug. 1934 : Adolf Hitler, the chancellor of Germany, became the country's Fuhrer ( president and chancellor ) today after German President Paul Von Hindenburg died.
U.S.
1914 UK / U.S.A. US To Give Britain Credit
2nd Aug. 1914 : As a result of the economic instability caused by World War I, American bankers were seriously considering an issue of emergency currency within a week’s time. In Washington a conference between President Woodrow Wilson and New York Foreign exchange officials were going to discuss the possibility of allowing England an unprecedented amount of $100,000,000 credit.
1914 UK / U.S.A. US To Give Britain Credit
2nd Aug. 1914 : As a result of the economic instability caused by World War I, American bankers were seriously considering an issue of emergency currency within a week’s time. In Washington a conference between President Woodrow Wilson and New York Foreign exchange officials were going to discuss the possibility of allowing England an unprecedented amount of $100,000,000 credit.
U.S.
1929 U.S.A. Drought Conditions
2nd August 1929 : A heat wave and near drought conditions occurring in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Western Missouri. The temperature was over 100 degrees and in Kansas it reached 107 degrees which was the hottest temperature the weather station had ever recorded.
1929 U.S.A. Drought Conditions
2nd August 1929 : A heat wave and near drought conditions occurring in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Western Missouri. The temperature was over 100 degrees and in Kansas it reached 107 degrees which was the hottest temperature the weather station had ever recorded.
Germany
1939 Germany World War I Propaganda
2nd Aug. 1939 : The German People, under the iron-clad command of Adolf Hitler, were ordered to celebrate the outbreak of World War I, which had happed 25 years before. The anniversary became a military holiday. Goebbels, Hitler’s propaganda minister, wrote in German newspapers of the time that Germany’s army had vastly improved since the 1914-1918 World War, which he trumpeted as a “heroic battle”. A German newspaper, Deutsche Allgemaine Zeitung proclaimed “… as long as Germans live they will remember their heroic sons of the World War days and will hold the memory of their deeds in the highest esteem.”
1939 Germany World War I Propaganda
2nd Aug. 1939 : The German People, under the iron-clad command of Adolf Hitler, were ordered to celebrate the outbreak of World War I, which had happed 25 years before. The anniversary became a military holiday. Goebbels, Hitler’s propaganda minister, wrote in German newspapers of the time that Germany’s army had vastly improved since the 1914-1918 World War, which he trumpeted as a “heroic battle”. A German newspaper, Deutsche Allgemaine Zeitung proclaimed “… as long as Germans live they will remember their heroic sons of the World War days and will hold the memory of their deeds in the highest esteem.”
1943 Solomon Islands PT-109 Commanded by Lt. John F. Kennedy
2nd Aug. 1943 : The future president Lt. John F. Kennedy of the United States command, the PT-109 is sunk by the Japanese destroyer Amagiri while on patrol near the Solomon Islands. The future president was credited with saving members of his crew.
2nd Aug. 1943 : The future president Lt. John F. Kennedy of the United States command, the PT-109 is sunk by the Japanese destroyer Amagiri while on patrol near the Solomon Islands. The future president was credited with saving members of his crew.
U.S.
1949 U.S.A. Bob Hope
2nd Aug. 1949 : Comedian, Bob Hope ended up in Hollywood’s Presbyterian Hospital as a result of been bucked off by his fake steed while working on a Hollywood film set. Hope was straddling a barrel rocked by Lucille Ball when it rolled over and sent him flying.
He was under doctor’s orders to stay quiet in a hospital bed for several days, since the accident knocked him unconscious.
1949 U.S.A. Bob Hope
2nd Aug. 1949 : Comedian, Bob Hope ended up in Hollywood’s Presbyterian Hospital as a result of been bucked off by his fake steed while working on a Hollywood film set. Hope was straddling a barrel rocked by Lucille Ball when it rolled over and sent him flying.
He was under doctor’s orders to stay quiet in a hospital bed for several days, since the accident knocked him unconscious.
China
1955 China US Prisoners To Be Released
2nd Aug. 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 Geneva, the Chinese Ambassador admitted that the freed airmen should be in Hong Kong by Thursday. The prisoners were shot down in their B29 aircraft which crashed on January 12, 1953. Their capture and imprisonment had put a major strain on Chinese-American relations.
1955 China US Prisoners To Be Released
2nd Aug. 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 Geneva, the Chinese Ambassador admitted that the freed airmen should be in Hong Kong by Thursday. The prisoners were shot down in their B29 aircraft which crashed on January 12, 1953. Their capture and imprisonment had put a major strain on Chinese-American relations.
U.S.
1964 U.S.A. Gulf of Tonkin Attack On Maddox
2nd Aug. 1964 : Three North Vietnamese torpedo boats launch torpedoes against The US Destroyer Maddox in the Gulf of Tonkin. On the 4th, North Vietnamese patrol boats again attack Maddox which resulted in the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution which allowed US Forces to attack North Vietnamese basis in retaliation.
1964 U.S.A. Gulf of Tonkin Attack On Maddox
2nd Aug. 1964 : Three North Vietnamese torpedo boats launch torpedoes against The US Destroyer Maddox in the Gulf of Tonkin. On the 4th, North Vietnamese patrol boats again attack Maddox which resulted in the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution which allowed US Forces to attack North Vietnamese basis in retaliation.
France
1965 France Forest Fire Engulfs Camp Sites
2nd August 1965 : Forest fires in the French Riviera in the south of France have forced hundreds of holiday makers onto the beaches, with many losing all their possessions when they left campsites and homes in the forest for the safety of the sea where they have been collecting. The French authorities have dispatched mine sweepers and other craft to pick up the survivors from the beaches.
1965 France Forest Fire Engulfs Camp Sites
2nd August 1965 : Forest fires in the French Riviera in the south of France have forced hundreds of holiday makers onto the beaches, with many losing all their possessions when they left campsites and homes in the forest for the safety of the sea where they have been collecting. The French authorities have dispatched mine sweepers and other craft to pick up the survivors from the beaches.
1973 Isle Of Man Holiday Resort Fire Kills over 30
2nd Aug. 1973 : The Summerland complex Holiday Leisure resort in Douglas, Isle Of Man has gone up in flames trapping hundreds inside the seven storey building, fire crews were quickly on the scene and many of the occupants were bought to safety but it is estimated over 50 may well have been killed in the fire.
2nd Aug. 1973 : The Summerland complex Holiday Leisure resort in Douglas, Isle Of Man has gone up in flames trapping hundreds inside the seven storey building, fire crews were quickly on the scene and many of the occupants were bought to safety but it is estimated over 50 may well have been killed in the fire.
Italy
1980 Italy Bologna Terrorist Bomb
2nd Aug. 1980 : A bomb planted by right wing terrorists in a waiting room explodes in Bologna railway station, killing over 70 and injuring more than 200.
1980 Italy Bologna Terrorist Bomb
2nd Aug. 1980 : A bomb planted by right wing terrorists in a waiting room explodes in Bologna railway station, killing over 70 and injuring more than 200.
U.S.
1985 U.S.A. Jumbo Jet Plane Crash
2nd Aug. 1985 : A Delta Air Lines jumbo jet crashed and exploded Friday during a sudden and violent thunderstorm on its final approach to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport killing as many as 130 people.
1985 U.S.A. Jumbo Jet Plane Crash
2nd Aug. 1985 : A Delta Air Lines jumbo jet crashed and exploded Friday during a sudden and violent thunderstorm on its final approach to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport killing as many as 130 people.
Russia
1988 Russia Russian Bases On Show To US Defense Secretary
2nd Aug. 1988 : American Defense Secretary, Frank Carlucci, got a rare view of Russian military bases and armaments after his Soviet counterparts were allowed the same privilege in America. In The Capital, Mr. Carlucci commented, “The American people through me can see what the Soviet military is doing and can learn about their attitudes and doctrine. Russian defense minister, Dmitri Yazov explained that the U.S. and Russia could now be direct with each other and stop the posturing and diplomatic jargon.
1988 Russia Russian Bases On Show To US Defense Secretary
2nd Aug. 1988 : American Defense Secretary, Frank Carlucci, got a rare view of Russian military bases and armaments after his Soviet counterparts were allowed the same privilege in America. In The Capital, Mr. Carlucci commented, “The American people through me can see what the Soviet military is doing and can learn about their attitudes and doctrine. Russian defense minister, Dmitri Yazov explained that the U.S. and Russia could now be direct with each other and stop the posturing and diplomatic jargon.
Kuwait
1990 Kuwait Iraq Invades
2nd Aug. 1990 : 100,000 Iraqi soldiers invade Kuwait over an oil field feud when Iraqi troops crossed into Kuwait and the Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein threatens to turn Kuwait city into a "graveyard" if any other country dares to challenge the "take-over by force".
1990 Kuwait Iraq Invades
2nd Aug. 1990 : 100,000 Iraqi soldiers invade Kuwait over an oil field feud when Iraqi troops crossed into Kuwait and the Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein threatens to turn Kuwait city into a "graveyard" if any other country dares to challenge the "take-over by force".
Japan
1996 Japan Trade Deficit With US
2nd August 1996 : Following the ever increasing trade deficit between Japan and the U.S.A a trade agreement is reached centered on establishing fair practices for the sale of American computer chips.
1996 Japan Trade Deficit With US
2nd August 1996 : Following the ever increasing trade deficit between Japan and the U.S.A a trade agreement is reached centered on establishing fair practices for the sale of American computer chips.
India
1999 India Deadly Train Crash
2nd Aug. 1999 : A deadly train crash in Eastern India between an express train bound for Delhi and the stationary Awadh-Assam Express at Gaisal station has left the death toll at over 500, the cause of the crash is believed to be faulty signals which allowed the express train to plough into the stationary train and due to ammunition belonging to an army unit exploding a fire swept through the carriages where thousands of passengers were burned alive.
1999 India Deadly Train Crash
2nd Aug. 1999 : A deadly train crash in Eastern India between an express train bound for Delhi and the stationary Awadh-Assam Express at Gaisal station has left the death toll at over 500, the cause of the crash is believed to be faulty signals which allowed the express train to plough into the stationary train and due to ammunition belonging to an army unit exploding a fire swept through the carriages where thousands of passengers were burned alive.
Liberia
2003 Liberia President Charles Taylor Ousted
2nd Aug. 2003 : In Monrovia, Liberia rogue President Charles Taylor, accused of producing 14 years of armed conflict in his country, fled to south eastern Buchanan.
A delegate of Western African leaders entered the Liberian capitol with the intent of persuading Mr. Taylor into exile or retirement. Rebels were still shooting when they arrived. Nigerian peacekeepers were to be installed on Monday and Taylor was commanded to leave his country no later than Thursday. Taylor is accused of war crimes.
2003 Liberia President Charles Taylor Ousted
2nd Aug. 2003 : In Monrovia, Liberia rogue President Charles Taylor, accused of producing 14 years of armed conflict in his country, fled to south eastern Buchanan.
A delegate of Western African leaders entered the Liberian capitol with the intent of persuading Mr. Taylor into exile or retirement. Rebels were still shooting when they arrived. Nigerian peacekeepers were to be installed on Monday and Taylor was commanded to leave his country no later than Thursday. Taylor is accused of war crimes.
U.S.
2007 U.S.A. / UK Half Million Chinese Made Toys Recall By Fisher Price
2nd Aug. 2007 :Fisher Price part of the Mattel group is to recall more 1 1/2 million Chinese manufactured toys over fears that the paint used could pose a health risk to young children if ingested. The toys effected include the popular Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo which are targeted at young children who are more likely to put the toys in their mouths.
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2007 U.S.A. / UK Half Million Chinese Made Toys Recall By Fisher Price
2nd Aug. 2007 :Fisher Price part of the Mattel group is to recall more 1 1/2 million Chinese manufactured toys over fears that the paint used could pose a health risk to young children if ingested. The toys effected include the popular Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo which are targeted at young children who are more likely to put the toys in their mouths.
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