August 31 is the 243rd day of the year (244th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 122 days remain until the end of the year. 1056 – After a sudden illness a few days previously, …

Historical events for the 31st of August. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on August 31.

- August 31, 1422. Henry V was the king of England (1413–22) of the house of Lancaster, son of Henry IV. As victor of the Battle of Agincourt (1415, in the Hundred Years’ War with France), …

August 31st is officially known as We Love Memoirs Day & Trail Mix Day. Today is the 243 rd day of the year, and there are only 122 days remaining in 2025. Let’s celebrate the end of the …

During the American Civil War, the Confederate evacuation of Atlanta began this day in 1864, shortly before Union troops led by William Tecumseh Sherman occupied the city, providing a …

2024年7月5日 · August 31st is a date marked by significant historical events that have shaped the world in various ways. From ancient Rome to modern-day independence movements, this day …

August 31: Malaya gains independence, Princess Diana's deadly car crash, Paula Yates and other important events, birthdays, deaths and photos from August 31st.

Discover what happened on August 31 with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

Today in history – which major historical events happened on August 31? Who was born on this date, who died? In which year did the birth or death occur?

Historical Events on August 31 1422: Henry VI becomes King of England at the age of nine months after his father – King Henry V of England – dies of dysentery while in France. 1776: …