1792CE
War
Storming of the Tuileries Palace
Insurrectionists in Paris storm the Tuileries Palace, forcing King Louis XVI to seek refuge with the Legislative Assembly. This violent uprising marked a turning point in the French Revolution.
Daily Chronicle
August 10
4 Historical Records
1846CE
Science
Smithsonian Institution Established
The Smithsonian Institution is established by an Act of Congress, funded by a bequest from British scientist James Smithson. It has since grown into the world's largest museum and research complex.
1874CE
Birth
Herbert Hoover Born
An American politician who served as the 31st President of the United States. His presidency is largely defined by the onset of the Great Depression, though he was also a successful mining engineer and humanitarian.
1981CE
Politics
Reagan Fires Striking Controllers
US President Ronald Reagan fires 11,359 striking air traffic controllers who ignored his order to return to work. He also banned them from federal service for life, severely weakening PATCO.