Geocaching Day
Geocaching is like a modern-day treasure hunt. Participants use GPS devices or smartphone apps to locate caches, which can vary in size and often contain small trinkets or logbooks. The caches are hidden in various locations, such as parks, forests, or urban areas. Once a cache is found, the geocacher can take an item from it (replacing it with something of equal or greater value) and sign the logbook to record their find.
Aviation Day
National Aviation Day is celebrated on August 19th each year. This day is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the contributions and advancements in aviation and aerospace. It also serves to celebrate the history and achievements of aviation, from the early days of flight to modern advancements in air travel and space exploration.
August 19th has seen a number of significant events throughout history across various fields.
Historical Events:
Octavian (later known as Augustus Caesar) was elected Consul of Rome in 43 BC.
The London Dock Strike by labour activists closed the entire Port of London in 1889.
Afghanistan gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1919, commemorated as Afghan Independence Day.
The Liberation of Paris began during World War II in 1944.
A military coup occurred in Iran in 1953.The Hungerford Massacre shooting spree happened in the UK in 1987.
A suicide attack on a bus in Jerusalem killed 23 Israelis and wounded 130 in 2003.
