Here are ten significant events in world history that occurred on August 26th:
1. **1346**: The Battle of Crécy – A key battle in the Hundred Years’ War where the English army defeated the French forces.
2. **1789**: The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen is approved by France’s National Constituent Assembly during the French Revolution.
3. **1883**: Eruption of Krakatoa – A massive volcanic eruption begins in Indonesia, leading to one of the deadliest eruptions in recorded history.
4. **1920**: The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is certified, granting women the right to vote in the United States.
5. **1944**: Liberation of Paris – Allied forces liberate Paris from Nazi occupation during World War II.
6. **1977**: The first recorded Voyager mission photos of Earth and Moon are taken by Voyager 1.
7. **1978**: Cardinal Albino Luciani is elected as Pope John Paul I, though his papacy lasted only 33 days.
8. **1999**: Michael Johnson sets a world record in the 400 meters at the World Athletics Championships.
9. **2004**: Lance Armstrong wins his sixth consecutive Tour de France.
10. **2014**: A 6.0 magnitude earthquake strikes Napa Valley, California, causing significant damage.
These events showcase a range of historical moments from wars, revolutions, scientific achievements, and natural disasters.
Here are ten significant events in Indian history that occurred on August 26th:
1. **1303**: Alauddin Khilji captures Chittorgarh after defeating Rana Bhim Singh, marking a crucial moment in Indian medieval history.
2. **1910**: Mother Teresa, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and founder of the Missionaries of Charity, is born in Skopje, Yugoslavia.
3. **1914**: Bengal revolutionaries attack the British fleet in Calcutta, looting 50 Mauser pistols and 46,000 rounds of ammunition.
4. **1934**: Death of Atul Prasad Sen, a notable Bengali poet, musician, and freedom fighter.
5. **1975**: Dr. Narayan Subbarao Hardikar, a freedom fighter, journalist, and recipient of the Padma Bhushan, passes away.
6. **1982**: Indian actress and freedom fighter Durga Khote passes away.
7. **2012**: A.K. Hangal, a veteran Indian film actor known for his roles in classic Hindi films, passes away.
8. **1999**: Death of Indian actress and theatre director Shanta Apte.
9. **2017**: The widespread violence and riots in Haryana and Punjab following the conviction of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, the leader of Dera Sacha Sauda, on charges of rape.
10. **2022**: A milestone in ISRO’s history with the successful test of a small satellite launch vehicle, marking India’s advancements in space technology.
These events highlight India’s rich historical, cultural, and political legacy.
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