On this day in history
August 15
American
1914The Panama Canal opens to traffic.
The Panama Canal opens to traffic.
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1939The Wizard of Oz premieres in Hollywood.
The Wizard of Oz premieres in Hollywood.
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World
1945Emperor Hirohito announces Japan's surrender on the radio, the first time his people hear his voice.
Emperor Hirohito announces Japan's surrender on the radio, the first time his people hear his voice.
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1947India gains independence from Britain at midnight.
India gains independence from Britain at midnight.
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