NATIONAL BE AN ANGEL DAY
On August 22, National Be an Angel Day encourages good deeds and kindness to others. By supporting those in need and inspiring others to kindness, we display an act of an angel here on earth. Read more...
NEVER BEAN BETTER DAY
If you've waited for a Never Bean Better Day to enjoy the unconditional love of your canine companion, August 22 is the day! Just like our ever-joyful pets, the day casts away the worries and spreads enthusiasm for life. Read more...
NATIONAL BAO DAY
On August 22, National Bao Day guarantees your taste buds will be shouting "Wow!" Why? Because ancient Chinese gastronomic delicacies often cause oohs and ahhs on food holidays. Read more...
NATIONAL SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST DAY
National Surgical Oncologist Day on August 22 recognizes the accomplishments of every lifesaving surgeon who specializes in abolishing cancer! Read more...
NATIONAL PECAN TORTE DAY
National Pecan Torte Day on August 22 recognizes a delicious pecan treat. Of all pecan recipes, the torte delivers a decadent dessert that's also versatile. Read more...
NATIONAL TOOTH FAIRY DAY
Wiggle a loose tooth and maybe the tooth fairy will collect it on August 22nd during National Tooth Fairy Day. Since the day is celebrated twice a year, recognize the tooth fairy again on February 28th. Read more...
On Deck for August 23, 2024
National Days
FIND YOUR INNER NERD DAY
NATIONAL RIDE THE WIND DAY
NATIONAL CUBAN SANDWICH DAY
NATIONAL SPONGE CAKE DAY
August 22nd Celebrated History
1647
An ancestor of the Instant Pot, the pressure cooker is invented by Denis Papin. He called it a "steam digester."
1851
In the first America's Cup, the yacht America representing the New York Yacht Club took the first place honors over the Royal Yacht Squadron.
1864
The first Geneva Convention is ratified by 12 countries in an effort to improve war-time conditions for those on the battlefield.
1865
Making cleaning more efficient, one of the first patents for liquid soap is issued to William Sheppard. The "Improved Liquid Soap" received patent No. 49,561.
1894
Mahatma Gandhi founds the Natal Indian Congress to advocate against discrimination of Indians in South Africa.
1902
President Theodore Roosevelt sets out on a tour of New England by car. The event marks the first time a U.S. president greets the public by automobile.
1906
Victor introduces the first Victrola. The wooden cabinet with an internal horn to project sound played recordings from a disc.
1911
Ole Evinrude granted patent no. US58233610A for his Marine Propulsion Mechanism. His design is one of the first commercially successful outboard motors for boats.
1939
Julian Kahn granted patent no. US101783A for an "Apparatus for Mixing a Liquid with a Gas" - specifically whipped cream.
1950
Professional tennis player, Althea Gibson becomes the first African American invited to compete in the U.S. Nationals. While she did not win the tournament, the following year, she would not only win the U.S. Nationals but also become the first African American to win Wimbledon. She would go on to many more firsts as well.
1986
The Stephen King and Rob Reiner film Stand By Me is released nationally.
2004
Edvard Munch's works "The Scream" and the "Madonna" are stolen from the Munch Museum in Oslo, Norway. Two years later, the artworks are recovered.
2004
During the Athen's Olympics, the marathon runs the same course as the 1896 games.
August 22nd Celebrated Birthdays
Charles Francis Jenkins -1867
The prolific inventor focused his attention on the movie and television industry. In fact, his joint invention of the projector and their showing rooms may have helped launch the movie theater. He was also the first to move a car's engine from under the seat to the front of the car.
Willis Rodney Whitney - 1868
As a chemist, researcher and engineer, Whitney would establish the General Electric Company laboratory.
George Herriman - 1880
The cartoonist and artist is best known as the creator of Krazy Kat and Ignatz Mouse.
1893 - Dorothy Parker
The witty journalist, writer and poet was a frequent contributor to Vogue, Vanity Fair and The New Yorker.
Edith Prada - 1912
The noted archaeologist and art historian focused her career on the study of Ancient Near Eastern seals. Her work brought enormous insights and revelations through her scholarly work.
John Lee Hooker - 1917
In a career that spanned 60 years, the "King of Boogie" brought an ever-evolving style to the world of Blues. Known for his skill on the electric guitar, some of his best songs include Hobo Blues, I'm in the Mood, and Let's Talk it Over.
Mary McGrory - 1918
The prolific columnist and journalist is known for her sharp wit and as a trailblazer in the political arena.
Norman Schwarzkopf - 1934
The four-star Army general led the Allied Forces to victory during the first Persian Gulf War. The highly decorated Schwarzkopf (also known as Stormin' Norman due to his reported temper) would earn the rank of general in the late 1970s after serving in Vietnam. During the Persian Gulf War, his leadership of the coalition forces led to a swift resolution of the war.
Valerie Harper - 1939
Best known for her role as Rhoda Morgenstern on The Mary Tyler Moore, Harper would go on to win a Tony Award for her role in the play Whose Life Is It Anyway.
Paul Gottlieb Nipkow - 1940
The German engineer contributed to the success of the mechanical television with his invention of the Nipkow disk.
Bill Parcells - 1941
In 19 season as a head coach in the NFL, Parcells coached teams to division championships and Super Bowl appearances with two Super Bowl wins.
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