Birth
Jorge Amado
Brasil
Jorge Amado, Brazilian writer famous for his works such as “Gabriela Cravo e Canela” and “Dona Flor and her Two Husbands”.
† 6/8/2001DIGITAL ALMANAC · EUROPE/LISBON
Historical events for
Saturday, 10 August 2024
- Birth
Dimitris Koutsoumpas
General Secretary of the KKE (Communist Party of Greece), Dimitris Koutsoumpas represents the most orthodox and Marxist-Leninist wing of the European spectrum. Despite his hardline ideological stance, he is extremely popular for his humorous interventions and viral quotes in the Hellenic parliament, keeping the party firmly rooted in the trade unions.
- Birth
Rosanna Arquette
EUA
Rosanna Arquette, American actress known for her roles in films such as “Desperately Seeking Susan” and “Pulp Fiction”.
- Birth
Antonio Banderas
Espanha
Antonio Banderas, Spanish actor and producer, known for his roles in films such as “Desperado”, “The Mask of Zorro” and “Pain and Glory”.
- Birth
Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz
Birthday of Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the Polish People's Party.
- History
Conquest of Malacca
Malaca
Afonso de Albuquerque conquers Malacca, an important commercial port in Southeast Asia.
- History
Ferdinand Magellan circumnavigation trip
Portugal
Emperor Charles V authorizes Ferdinand Magellan's circumnavigation trip, which would be the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe.
- History
Storming of the Tuileries
The storming of the Tuileries Palace was a decisive moment of the French Revolution that precipitated the fall of the constitutional monarchy. The event led to the arrest of Louis XVI and the proclamation of the Republic, permanently altering the course of French and European history.
- History
Opening of the Musée de la Republique
França
A fundamental landmark of the French Revolution, the Louvre Palace opened its doors as the Central Museum of Arts of the Republic. This inauguration symbolized the transition of royal collections to the public sphere, offering all citizens access to artistic and historical heritage, consolidating the republican ideals of education, culture and equality that defined modern France.
- History
Ecuador Independence Day
Equador
Ecuador's Independence Day celebration, commemorating independence from Spain on August 10, 1822. Celebrations include parades, official ceremonies and cultural activities throughout the country.
- History
1st test with Rudolf Diesel's combustion engine
Alemanha
Rudolf Diesel carries out the first test of his combustion engine, a significant advance in engine technology.
- History
Beatriz Costa debuts in revue theater
Lisboa, Portugal
Beatriz Costa debuts as a chorus girl in the revue theater “Chá e Torradas”, at Teatro Éden in Lisbon.
- History
Opening of João Paulo II Airport
Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Today we celebrate the inauguration of João Paulo II Airport in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, on August 10, 1969. IATA Code: PDL.
- History
Opening of the Côa Valley Archaeological Park
Portugal
The Côa Valley Archaeological Park was opened, known for its rock engravings dating from the Upper Paleolithic.
- History
Human Milk Bank at Alfredo da Costa Maternity
Lisboa, Portugal
The Human Milk Bank was opened at the Alfredo da Costa Maternity Hospital in Lisbon, contributing to neonatal health.
- History
Saint Philomena's Day
Global
Celebration of Saint Philomena's Day, virgin and martyr, known for her life of purity and martyrdom.
- History
Saint Lawrence Day
Global
Celebration of Saint Lawrence Day, a Christian martyr who is venerated for his life and martyrdom.
- History
Emigrant Day
Global
Celebration of Emigrant Day, highlighting the contribution of emigrants and their communities.
- History
World Lion Day
Global
Celebration of World Lion Day, promoting the protection and conservation of lions and their natural habitat.