Historical Events
- 1st unofficial trip through the Panama Canal by the SS Christobel
- Belgium rejects demand to allow free crossing for German Army leading to their invasion hours later
Event of Interest
British Foreign Secretary Edward Grey famously remarks "The lamps are going out all over Europe. We shall not see them lit again in our life-time."
- French fleet sails to North Africa
- German battle cruiser Goeben leaves Messina
- Germany invades Belgium and declares war on France, beginning World War I
- NY Yankees catcher Les Nunamaker throws out 3 Tigers' runners to 2nd base during the 1st innings, only time in 20th Century
- World Alliance for Promoting International Friendship through Churches forms
Famous Birthdays
- Rik Slabbinck, Flemish painter, born in Bruges, Belgium (d. 1991)
About August 3, 1914
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 109 years, 8 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
