On August 22 in history, the first Geneva Convention was adopted, Cadillac was founded in Detroit, the theft of the Mona Lisa was announced, and Miguel Cabrera hit his 500th home run. (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)
August 2 in History: The Declaration of Independence Is Signed, Calvin Coolidge Becomes President, and Iraq Invades Kuwait
On August 2 in history, the Declaration of Independence was formally signed, Calvin Coolidge became president, Iraq invaded Kuwait, and John F. Kennedy rescued his PT-109 crew. (READ MORE)