Historical events for the 16th of August. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on August 16.

August 16 is the 228th day of the year (229th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 137 days remain until the end of the year. 1 BC – Wang Mang consolidates his power in China and is …

On This Day In History - August 16: anniversaries, birthdays, major events, and time capsules. This day's facts in the arts, politics, and sciences.

Discover what happened on August 16 with HISTORY's summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

2011年8月16日 · Klondike gold, the last Chinese emperor, deadly Chaos in Calcutta and other important events, facts, birthdays and deaths from August 16.

2024年7月3日 · August 16 is a date with a rich tapestry of significant events across history. From pivotal battles and technological breakthroughs to cultural milestones and political changes, …

August 16th is Tell A Joke Day as well as Rollercoaster Day. We’d like to welcome you to the 228 th day of the year, with only 137 days remaining in 2025. This day in history was a particularly …

August 16 is the 228th day in the Gregorian calendar. On this day, the first color sound cartoon was released, the first issue of Sports Illustrated was published, and Pete Best was ousted …

Today in history – which major historical events happened on August 16? Who was born on this date, who died? In which year did the birth or death occur?

On August 16, 1940, Flight Lieutenant Nicolson of the British Royal Air Force flew his Hawker Hurricane fighter into history during combat over England against the German Luftwaffe when …