Mississippi River Bridge Collapsed

On August 1, 2007

The Mississippi River Bridge collapsed during rush hour.

This disaster took thirteen lives and left 145 people injured.

This Day in History - August 1

1981

MTV launched, broadcasting its first music video at 12:01 am.

1944

Anne Frank wrote her last diary entry.

2019

Kenyan cancer survivors protested in Nairobi.

1498

While sailing in the Atlantic Ocean, Christopher Columbus discovered Venezuela, which he called 'Isla Santa.'

2012

Female rowing duo Heather Stanning & Helen Glover claimed Team GB's first Olympic medal at the London Olympics.

What Happened on Aug 1?

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