August 23 is the 235th day of the year (236th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 130 days remain until the end of the year. 79 – Mount Vesuvius begins stirring, on the feast day of Vulcan, the Roman god of fire. [1]

Historical events for the 23rd of August. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on August 23.

2012年8月23日 · First US Women's Rights Convention, end of the Battle of Kursk, execution of William Wallace and other important events, birthdays and deaths from August 23.

On this day in London, William Wallace was executed for treason, condemned for leading Scottish resistance forces during the first years of the long and ultimately successful struggle to free Scotland from English rule. How much do you know about England, Scotland, and Wales?

2024年7月3日 · From pivotal battles and agreements to dramatic rescues and revolutionary declarations, this date has witnessed impactful moments across centuries. This article explores 20 notable events that occurred on August 23, highlighting the dynamic nature of politics, warfare, social movements, and human ingenuity throughout history.

Today in history – which major historical events happened on August 23? Who was born on this date, who died? In which year did the birth or death occur?

1970 - U.S. swimmer Gary Hall broke three world records at the AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) outdoor swimming meet, held in Los Angeles, CA. 1979 - Soviet dancer Alexander Godunov defected while the Bolshoi Ballet was on tour in New York City. 1982 - The parliament of Lebanon elected Bashir Bemayel president. He was assassinated three weeks later.

On August 23, Kobe Bryant, Louis XVI, Gene Kelly were born and William Wallace, Rudolph Valentino, Isabella of France died.

Discover what happened on August 23 with HISTORY's summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

August 23 is the 235th day of the year (236th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. There are 130 days remaining until the end of the year. 30 BC – After a successful invasion of Egypt, Octavian has Marcus Antonius Antyllus and Caesarion executed.