Holidays august 24
National Waffle Day in America
In honor of the beloved American dessert, there are only three holidays, and one more is celebrated worldwide in March. American waffles differ from others in their structure - these are real soft “pancakes”, not crispy plates. Baked on a special waffle iron, they have characteristic embossed patterns. The shape of the waffles is square or rectangular, bake them in a double pan, which must be turned over so that the waffles are baked correctly. American waffles are considered a national dish, every housewife in the house has such a pan.
Ukraine's Independence Day
Despite the fact that the history of the Kievan state is reckoned from Kievan Rus, Ukraine's Independence Day is celebrated only in the last few years. In the 17th century, the Cossack-Hetman State functioned, then Ukraine was considered Little Russia and was part of the Russian Empire. After the October Revolution, the national movement intensified, but the Ukrainian People's Republic - the UPR lasted only a few years. Ukraine used the last chance only at the end of the century. On August 24, 1991, Ukraine again became an independent state.
Day of Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan
In 2006, the Government of Kyrgyzstan established the celebration of the Day of Internal Troops as the main organization called upon to guard state facilities, correctional labor institutions, and public order. The constitutional rights of Kyrgyz citizens are protected by a brigade of internal troops, which has put a lot of effort into protecting the state from international extremism. In the south of the country, real battles took place on August 23-24, 1999, in which Sergeant Rashid Yunusov died, having accomplished a feat while saving people. On this day, the best employees of the internal troops receive awards, insignia, are present at a festive concert, the memory of fallen soldiers is honored.
Pärtel holiday in Estonia
Pärtel’s day marks the beginning of autumn and is closely linked to agriculture. Starting from the 18th century, peasants celebrate this holiday. It is believed that autumn is gradually taking over, making cold water in ponds, and forcing vacationers to finish the swimming season. Harvesting ends - the harvest of crops, preparation for digging potatoes begins. Great attention is paid to sheep - they are washed and sheared. It is believed that on the day of Pyatrelya you can get the longest coat. Hops were prepared for making beer, considering it especially good on this day.
St. Bartholomew's Day - a feast of the Catholic Church
One of the 12 apostles of Jesus Christ lived an interesting life, but according to various sources there are inaccuracies. He received the name Bartholomew as an adult, becoming a missionary and preaching in India, where he spread the Gospel of Matthew. In Southeast Turkey, he received recognition for a special gift - the healing of the sick and possessed by the devil. According to one of the Azerbaijani legends, it was Bartholomew who was subjected to terrible torture, who was skinned alive.
The remains of the saint are in the cathedral in Lipari, a small Sicilian island. After the death of Bartholomew, according to legend, miracles happened - the children easily lifted the body of the preacher, but adults could not move him. In Milan there is a statue of St. Bartholomew, which was carried throughout the city during the holiday. On this day, the city hosts celebrations, festivities, games and entertainment.
Folk calendar August 24
Evpatiy Kolovrat
The martyr Eupl lived in the 3-4 centuries of our era in Sicily, in the city of Katana. The saint always carried the gospel with him, and tried to convert the Gentiles to the faith of Christ. The persecution of Christians also affected the preacher - they seized him and brought him to the emperor. Even during the execution, he continued to preach. This day aroused fear among the peasants - it was believed that in the swamps a white horse went out in search of his master, dug up the ground and neighing plaintively.
An unusual whistle was heard, strange sounds.
Legend has it that in ancient times there was a great massacre at this place, and the horse cries piteously over the dead, guarding them and remembering the owner. This was precisely the hero who was killed by the Mongol-Tatar khan Batu. Wandering lights light up in the swamp - at this time you should never drink even mash - otherwise the deceased ancestors will be punished. Sheep shears were cut on Evpatia - the wool could grow back to frost, and the craftsmen managed to make felt boots.
Historical events of August 24
August 24, 79 - the terrible eruption of Vesuvius
At that time, the volcano was long considered as sleeping, but people noticed a black cloud above it and began to leave the city. Clumps of ash covered the formidable sky, and the onset of darkness completely hid the sun. Stones and ash began to fall on my head, I had to walk with a pillow. The eruption of the volcano killed three cities - Pompeii, Herculaneum, Stabius, as well as several surrounding villages.
After several centuries, excavations showed that in the cities everything remained as it was at the last moment. The streets were covered with ash of many meters, people remained in their dwellings, in the houses there was a normal working environment. Most people managed to leave the city, but about 2,000 people died. Pilgrim Pliny the Elder decided to explore the volcano, but died when approaching the focus.
August 24, 1572 - Bartholomew’s night in Paris
When organizing the Catholic League party, the Duke of Lorraine pursued the only goal - to get rid of the Catholic townspeople. On August 24, a massacre began - a large number of Calvinists and Huguenots died. The reason for the reprisal was the wedding of Margarita Valois, who, being a Catholic, married Henry of Navarre. The Catholic League has almost completely destroyed its opponents. Catholics in Paris were ordered to decorate their hats with white crosses so that it was impossible to make mistakes in the dark. In just a few hours, more than 10 thousand people died. Bartholomew’s night destroyed most of the leaders of the Huguenots, and the head of Admiral Coligny was thrown at the feet of Heinrich Guise.
August 24, 1853 - holiday chips
Chips birthday has its own original story. One of the visitors to the restaurant at the hotel refused too fried chopped fried potatoes. New York chef Krum sliced potatoes into thin slices and overcooked it in large quantities of butter. The client was delighted with the crisps. The cook decided to open his own restaurant, and since then in his establishment on the table there was always a basket with crunchy delicacies. After the proposal to wrap the chips in wax paper, storing them has become much easier.
Born on August 24
Jean-Michel Andre Jarre (1948) - French composer.
Grandiose light shows on the synthesizer made Michel Heat mega popular in the mid-20th century. Electronic music - a real novelty in his performance sounded so unusual that his album quickly became "gold" and received the Disk Grand Prix award. His performances took place in different parts of the world, and a few years later the name of Jean Michel Heat was entered in the Guinness Book of Records.
Stephen Guttenberg (1958) - American actor, producer
In 1980, Steve starred in the films Cocoon, Police Academy, Three Men and a Little Lady, and others. A series of police academies came out for four years, after which Guttenberg gently refused further work. Continuing to act in films, Steve was engaged in theatrical plays, assisted charitable organizations.
Jorge Luis Borges (1899 - 1986) - Argentine poet and writer.
In his youth, he wrote poetry in the style of an avant-garde group of poets, ultraists. His non-rhyming poems about Buenos Aires are distinguished by excellent erudition and knowledge of philosophy. His prose in fantasy style has one feature - it is concise, but with a heated discussion of scientific problems.
Name day on August 24
Name Day Celebrate: Alexander, Fedor, Maria, Mark, Vasily, Makar, Maxim, Martin.
