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Historical Events on August 26

  • Lutheran

    1748

    The first Lutheran denomination in North America, the Pennsylvania Ministerium, is founded in Philadelphia.

  • World War I

    1914

    World War I: The German colony of Togoland surrenders to French and British forces after a 20-day campaign.

  • World War I

    1914

    World War I: During the retreat from Mons, the British II Corps commanded by General Sir Horace Smith-Dorrien fought a vigorous and successful defensive action at Le Cateau.

  • Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution

    1920

    The 19th amendment to United States Constitution takes effect, giving women the right to vote.

  • Chad

    1940

    Chad becomes the first French colony to join the Allies under the administration of Félix Éboué, France's first black colonial governor.

  • World War II

    1944

    World War II: Charles de Gaulle enters Paris.

  • South African Border War

    1966

    The South African Border War starts with the battle at Omugulugwombashe.

  • Second Chechen War

    1999

    Russia begins the Second Chechen War in response to the Invasion of Dagestan by the Islamic International Peacekeeping Brigade.

  • Boeing 787 Dreamliner

    2011

    The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Boeing's all-new composite airliner, receives certification from the EASA and the FAA.

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