What holiday is celebrated on August 6: what not to do on this day

Every day has its own peculiarities. Human history is so rich and unique that all dates contain something significant.

August 6 is a day rich in significant events and holidays celebrated in different parts of the world. Read more about it in the OBOZ.UA article.

Transfiguration of the Lord

This is one of the main Christian holidays that celebrates the transfiguration of Jesus Christ on Mount Tabor. It is also popularly known as the Apple Feast of the Savior.

On this day, it is customary to go to churches to bless fruit, including apples. At the same time, however, it is forbidden to play weddings, get married, make noise, have fun, laugh, or engage in hard physical labor.

Agricultural Appreciation Day

This day is dedicated to recognizing and thanking all those who work in agriculture. These people provide us with food, and their work often goes unnoticed. Therefore, August 6 is an opportunity to thank farmers, agronomists, etc.

World Day for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (Hiroshima Day)

August 6 marks the anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima in 1945, which was one of the most tragic events in human history. On this day, we remember the need to fight for peace and honor the memory of the victims of the tragedy.

International Day "Doctors for Peace"

This is an international day that was proposed by the organization "World Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear Threat". It is dedicated to doctors and health workers who work in difficult conditions of conflicts and crises.

Notable events

• Savoy Hotel opened in London (1889)

On August 6, 1889, the Savoy Hotel was opened in London, which became the first hotel in the world to have a bathtub in every room. This innovation revolutionized the hotel business and set new standards of comfort.

• Murderer William Kemmler became the first person to be executed in the electric chair (1890)

On August 6, 1890, William Kemmler became the first person to be executed in the electric chair in history. This is a significant event in the history of criminal justice.

• The United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima (1945)

On August 6, 1945, the United States dropped the first atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima, which became one of the most tragic events in human history.

• Curiosity rover successfully lands on Mars (2012)

On August 6, 2012, the Curiosity rover successfully landed on the surface of Mars, launching a new phase of exploration of the Red Planet.

Birthdays

• Alexander Fleming (1881)

Inventor of penicillin, which revolutionized medicine and the treatment of infectious diseases.

• Vera Farmiga (1973)

Famous American actress, recognized for her roles in films and television projects.

• Andy Warhol (1928)

A legendary American artist and one of the most influential representatives of pop art.

• M. Night Shyamalan (1970)

Famous American director and screenwriter.

• Jerry Halliwell (1972)

British singer and former member of the popular Spice Girls.

Days of death

• Yermak Timofeevich (1585)

Cossack chieftain, explorer and conqueror of Siberia. Died in a battle with Kuchum Khan.

• Bohdan Khmelnytsky (1657)

An outstanding Ukrainian hetman and leader of the national liberation struggle of Ukraine against the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

• Georg Rikhman (1753)

Russian physicist who died while studying atmospheric electricity in a completely cloudless sky.

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