On August 21 in history, Hawaii became the 50th state, Motown released “Please Mr. Postman,” Dirty Dancing opened in theaters, and the Great American Eclipse crossed America. (READ MORE)
August 9 in History: Nixon Resigns, the Nagasaki Bombing, and Gerald Ford Becomes President
On August 9 in history, Richard Nixon resigned, Gerald Ford became president, Nagasaki was bombed, Jesse Owens won his fourth Olympic gold medal, and Shark Tank premiered. (READ MORE)