Birth
Zelle Gertrude Margaret (Mata Build)
Países Baixos
Born Margaret Gertrude Zelle, known as Mata Hari, a famous dancer and spy during the First World War.
† 15/10/1917DIGITAL ALMANAC · EUROPE/LISBON
Historical events for
Wednesday, 7 August 2024
- Birth
Oscar Acúrsio
Portugal
Óscar Acúrsio, Portuguese actor, known for his work in cinema and theater in Portugal, was born.
† 7/6/1990 - Birth
Caetano Veloso
Brasil
Caetano Veloso, Brazilian musician and composer, was born, a central figure in Tropicália and Brazilian popular music.
- Birth
David Duchovny
EUA
David Duchovny was born, American actor, known for his roles in “The X-Files” and “Californication”.
- Birth
Elsa Raposo
Portugal
Elsa Raposo, Portuguese television presenter, known for her work on several television programs.
- Birth
Charlize Theron
África do Sul
Charlize Theron was born, an Oscar-winning South African actress known for her work in films such as “Monster” and “Mad Max: Fury Road”.
- History
Beginning of Napoleon's Exile
Santa Helena
Beginning of Napoleon Bonaparte's exile to Saint Helena Island, after his defeat at the Battle of Waterloo.
- History
Publication of the 1st issue of the newspaper O Protesto
Portugal
The first issue of Jornal O Protesto, an important press vehicle in Portugal, was published.
- History
American landing on Guadalcanal
Guadalcanal
The Americans landed on Guadalcanal, the beginning of an important campaign in World War II.
- History
Start of works on the 1st Line of the Lisbon Metro
Lisboa, Portugal
Work began on the construction of the first line of the Lisbon Metro.
- History
Saint Magnus's Day
Global
Commemoration of Saint Magnus, abbot and saint of the Catholic Church.
- History
Day of Saint Sixtus II
Global
Commemoration of Saint Sixtus II, Pope and martyr, celebrated by the Catholic Church.
- History
Saint Caetano's Day
Global
Celebration of São Caetano, patron saint of workers and founders of charitable institutions.
- —History
Ivory Coast National Day
Celebration of the National Day of Côte d'Ivoire, commemorating independence from France on August 7, 1960.
- Culture
Festival MEO Sudoeste
Zambujeira do Mar
Festival MEO Sudoeste 2024, de 7 a 10 de agosto. Destaques: A ser confirmado.