Historical events for
Saturday, 22 August 2026

Claude Debussy, born in 1862, was a French composer, known for works such as “La Mer” and “The Nap of a Faun”, who profoundly influenced 20th century music.

Claude Debussy (born August 22, 1862, and died March 25, 1918) was a brilliant French composer. As one of the most prominent figures in Impressionist music, his harmonic innovations and textural orchestrations forever changed the course of classical music in the 20th century.

Henri Cartier-Bresson, born in 1908, was a French photographer, considered one of the pioneers of photojournalism and known for capturing the "decisive moment" in his photographs.

Karlheinz Stockhausen, born in 1928, was an innovative German composer known for his contributions to electronic music and his influence on 20th century music.

Tori Amos, born in 1963, American singer and songwriter, known for her emotional music and her unique style that combines piano and powerful lyrics.

Layne Staley (born August 22, 1967, and died April 5, 2002) was a powerful American vocalist. His anguished, hypnotic voice, crossed with heavy harmonies, defined the dark, unmistakable aura of Alice in Chains in the grunge landscape.

Celebration of the Anniversary of the Adoption of the Catholic Calendar to the detriment of the Roman, which took place in 1422 during the reign of D. João I.

Celebration of the anniversary of the signing of the 1st Geneva Convention in 1864, which established the foundations of International Humanitarian Law.

Our Lady Queen's Day is celebrated on August 22nd. Our Lady Queen is one of the titles attributed to Saint Mary, mother of Jesus and the Church. This celebration was established by Pope Pius XII in 1955.

British trip-hop band Portishead's debut album includes hits like "Sour Times" and "Glory Box."

Celebration of the anniversary of the discovery of miners buried in the Coiapó mine, in Chile, in 2010, one of the most dramatic rescues in recent history.

Celebration of St. Timothy's Day, Christian martyr, venerated for his unshakable faith and sacrifice in the name of religion.

Celebration of St. Philip Benice's Day, doctor and saint, known for his charitable work and devotion to the cause of the poor and sick.