How Many Days Until August 24th

Knowing how many days ahead we have until a specific date can be very important in many situations - find out how many days are left until August 24th.


 

August 24th: Day Overview and Fun Facts

  • Day of the Year: August 24th is the 236th day of the year in common years and the 237th in leap years.
  • Days Remaining: There are 129 days left in the year after August 24th.

Fun Facts About August 24th

  • The Eruption of Mount Vesuvius: On August 24, 79 CE, Mount Vesuvius erupted, burying the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum under ash and preserving them for centuries as archaeological wonders.
  • The Burning of Washington: On August 24, 1814, during the War of 1812, British forces captured Washington, D.C., and set fire to the White House, the Capitol, and other government buildings.
  • The Founding of the IBM Corporation: On August 24, 1891, the company that would later become IBM was founded, revolutionizing technology and business processes worldwide.
  • The First Known Weather Forecast Issued: On August 24, 1859, the first recorded weather forecast was issued by Robert FitzRoy, marking the beginning of modern meteorology.
  • The Treaty of Cadzand Signed: On August 24, 1337, the Treaty of Cadzand was signed, bringing temporary peace between England and Flanders during the early stages of the Hundred Years’ War.
  • The Founding of the National Park Service: On August 24, 1916, the National Park Service was established in the United States, ensuring the protection and preservation of national parks for future generations.
  • Pluto Demoted to a Dwarf Planet: On August 24, 2006, the International Astronomical Union redefined the criteria for planets, downgrading Pluto from its planetary status.
  • The Opening of the First Subway System in South America: On August 24, 1913, Buenos Aires inaugurated its subway system, the first in Latin America.
  • The Discovery of the Moon’s South Pole Water: On August 24, 2009, NASA confirmed the presence of water ice on the Moon’s south pole, a significant breakthrough for lunar exploration.

Notable Birthdays:

  • William Wilberforce (1759): British politician and leader in the movement to abolish the transatlantic slave trade.
  • Yasser Arafat (1929): Palestinian political leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
  • Marlee Matlin (1965): Academy Award-winning American actress, known for her role in Children of a Lesser God.

Fun Observation

August 24th is a date marked by cataclysmic natural events, groundbreaking discoveries, and historic milestones. From the preservation of Pompeii to the establishment of the National Park Service, this day highlights humanity's resilience, curiosity, and dedication to preserving history and advancing knowledge.


Number of Days Until Calendar

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