August 1 is a date marked by the sacred touch of the memory of Sant Alfonso Maria de Liguori, as well as significant historical events and interesting curiosities. By celebrating the celebrities who were born on this day, we also remember those who left us an indelible legacy. Every year this day gives us the opportunity to reflect on our history, draw inspiration and look to the future with hope.
Saints August 1
- Sant Alfonso Maria de Liguori (1696–1787), bishop and doctor of the church.
- San Bernardo da Chiaravalle (1090–1153), abbot and doctor of the church.
- Saint Dominic of Gusman (1170-1221), founder of the Dominican order.
- Saint Mary Magdalene (1st century AD), disciple of Jesus Christ.
- Santa Maria Eguisiaca (344–421), penitent and saint.
Historical events
- 1291 – The Swiss Confederation is signed, an alliance between the three cities of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwald.
- 1540 – Henry VIII of England marries Anne Boleyn.
- 1789 – The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen is proclaimed in France.
- 1914 – World War I breaks out.
- 1957 – The first artificial Earth satellite, Sputnik 1, was launched.
- 1969 – Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin become the first people to walk on the moon.
What happened in the world on August 1
- 1907 – The Scout Movement is founded.
- 1922 – A general strike against fascism takes place in Italy.
- (1945-Japanese surrender signed, ending World War II
- 1960 – Guinea becomes the first African country to gain independence from France.
- 1971 – Pakistan withdraws from the Commonwealth of Nations.
- 1991 – The Maastricht Treaty is signed, authorizing the birth of the European Union.
- 2007 – China’s first ground reconnaissance satellite launched.
Curious news from August 1st.
- August 1 is the hottest day of the year in Italy.
- World Youth Day is celebrated on August 1
- August 1 is the day of the celebration of Ferragosto, the patronal feast of Santa Maria Assunta.
Celebrities born on August 1st
- 1943 – Bruce Springsteen, American singer and guitarist
- 1951 – Michael Jackson, American singer and dancer
- 1964 – Madonna, American singer, actress and director
- 1967 – George Clooney, American actor, director and film producer
- 1974 – Britney Spears, American singer, dancer and actress
Celebrities who died on August 1st
- 1849 – Edgar Allan Poe, American writer (b.
- 1942 – Benito Mussolini, Italian dictator.
- 1969 – Jimi Hendrix, American guitarist and singer
- 1997 – Princess Diana, Princess of Wales
- 2009 – Michael Jackson, American singer and dancer
Aphorism of the day
“Life is beautiful, but it’s even more beautiful when you share it with others.”
