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Historical events for
Wednesday, 28 August 2024

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  • Birth

    Goethe

    Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, German writer, poet and philosopher, exponent of Romanticism, author of works such as "Faust" and "The Passion of Young Werther".

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    Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

    Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (born August 28, 1749, and died March 22, 1832) was a monumental German writer, thinker, and statesman. Supreme figure of Germanic literature, his masterpiece "Faust" and his profound influence on Romanticism made him one of the most important pillars of universal literary culture.

    † 22/3/1832
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    Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

    Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, German writer, scientist and statesman.

    † 22/3/1832
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    Leo Tolstoi

    Leo Tolstoy, Russian writer, author of iconic works such as "Anna Karenina" and "War and Peace", one of the most influential figures in world literature.

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    Jack Kirby

    Estados Unidos

    Jack Kirby, co-creator of Fantastic Four, Captain America, and many other superheroes, considered the "King of Comics".

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    Ben Gazzara

    Ben Gazzara, American actor known for his versatility and for roles in films such as "Awakening of the Beast".

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    Raul Cortez

    Raul Cortez, Brazilian actor, an important figure in theater, cinema and television in Brazil.

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    José Eduardo dos Santos

    José Eduardo dos Santos, Angolan politician and former president of Angola, who governed the country for almost four decades.

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    Rene Higuita

    René Higuita, former Colombian footballer, famous for his daring style of play and his "scorpion" defense.

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    João Carlos Magalhães

    Portugal

    João Carlos Magalhães was born, member of the band Delfins, which played an important role in the Portuguese pop rock scene.

  • Birth

    Shania Twain

    Shania Twain, Canadian singer and songwriter, one of country music's most successful artists, known for hits such as "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!".

  • Birth

    Florence Welch

    Florence Welch (b. 1986) is a majestic and theatrical British singer and songwriter. The life force of Florence + The Machine possesses a volcanic voice and a baroque aesthetic that triumphantly reinvented art pop and indie rock.

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    Valtteri Bottas

    Finlandia

    Valtteri Bottas, Formula 1 driver for Alfa Romeo, Finland

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    Gonçalo Inácio

    Gonçalo Inácio, footballer and defender for Sporting CP.

  • History

    Anniversary of the 1st oil extraction

    Today marks the anniversary of the first commercial oil extraction in the United States, a milestone in the global energy industry.

  • History

    Saint Augustine's Day (Bishop)

    Today we celebrate the day of Saint Augustine of Hippo, one of the most important Fathers of the Church, patron saint of theologians, brewers and printers.

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    Dia da Tomatina

    Espanha

    Celebra-se hoje o Dia da Tomatina em Buñol, Espanha, um dos festivais mais famosos do mundo onde os participantes atiram tomates uns aos outros numa grande batalha festiva. A origem remonta a 1945, e hoje são utilizadas cerca de 100 toneladas de tomates.

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    Day of Saint Moses the Ethiopian

    Today we celebrate the day of Saint Moses the Ethiopian, a holy hermit and martyr from the 4th century, venerated for his life of penance and devotion.