We commemorate the eruption of Mount Vesuvius on Vesuvius Day, which takes place on August 24 every year. Though most of us don’t know what a volcano eruption looks like, we can assume that the earth rumbles and groans as it starts to boil and roll. Volcano eruptions are also marked by the appearance of a cloud of dark ash that moves with the winds, and spreads far and wide. Finally, bright and extremely hot molten rock flows down the hill to destroy nature and human life. These are just a few of the markers of a volcano eruption. However, it is believed that the eruption of Mount Vesuvius has been one of the deadliest ones in history. On this day, we remember the lives lost to this eruption.
William Wilberforce Day
William Wilberforce Day is celebrated on August 24, the birth anniversary of the revolutionary British philanthropist and politician. The day is recognized as an official holiday to celebrate his life and legacy. The holiday was started by Wilberforce University in Wilberforce, Ohio. The events and celebrations of the day are attended by thousands each year. William Wilberforce was born in 1759 in the British city of Hull, in the county of East Riding of Yorkshire, He made his way to the House of Commons at the young age of 21, where he served for 45 years. He passed away at the age of 74 on July 29, 1833.
National Peach Pie Day
National Peach Pie Day is celebrated on August 24 of every year. This is also the peak time of the peach harvest season. If we think about it, there isn’t a day in the year when we aren’t thinking about peach pies, or other pies for that matter! National Peach Pie Day is a celebration for anyone who loves peach pies — be it those with a sweet tooth or bakers. The day is celebrated by eating, baking, and gifting peach pies. Try out this delicious dessert on National Peach Pie Day, especially if you haven’t tasted it yet.