This is our day guide for Wednesday August 16th 2023 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?
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General Information for August 16th 2023 | |
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There are 6 public holidays today. | |
Day 228 of 2023 | |
137 days left in 2023 | |
Week 33 of the year | |
On this Day in History | |
1977 - The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley is found dead in his Graceland mansion. | |
1920 - Polish–Soviet War: The Battle of Radzymin concludes; the Soviet Red Army is forced to turn away from Warsaw. | |
1863 - The Dominican Restoration War begins when Gregorio Luperón raises the Dominican flag in Santo Domingo after Spain had recolonized the country. | |
1 BC - Wang Mang consolidates his power and is declared marshal of state. Emperor Ai of Han, who died the day prior, had no heirs. |