This Day in History, August 10

History & Quotes / August 10, 2026

On August 10th, 1954, the groundbreaking ceremony for Saint Lawrence Seaway was held at Massena, New York.

This Day in History, August 9

History & Quotes / August 09, 2026

On August 9th, 1483, the Sistine Chapel was opened.

This Day in History, August 8

History & Quotes / August 08, 2026

On August 8th, 1930, Betty Boop appeared in her first cartoon.

This Day in History, August 7

History & Quotes / August 07, 2026

On August 7th, 1927, the Peace Bridge opened between Fort Erie, Ontario, and Buffalo, New York.

This Day in History, August 6

History & Quotes / August 06, 2026

On August 6th, 1806, Francis II abdicated, ending the Holy Roman Empire.

This Day in History, August 5

History & Quotes / August 05, 2026

On August 5th, 1884, the cornerstone for the Statue of Liberty was laid.