The August Birthstones are the Peridot and Sardonyx. The peridot symbolizes strength. It is sometimes called the evening emerald for its light green color. It was once believed that the green peridot crystals found in volcanic ashes were the tears of the volcano goddess Pele. When set in gold, this gem was said to protect the wearer from nightmares. Peridot is called the traditional birthstone of August. Sardonyx is considered the secondary birthstone of August.
August Zodiac Signs
Month of August Zodiac Signs are Leo(until August 22) and Virgo(from August 23 onwards).
Leo (July 23 - August 21) Like the ruler of the jungle Leos are natural born leaders. Main qualities that make a great leader are being brave and headstrong. However Leos also can be loving and generous. To combine these qualities and finding balance is of great importance to Leos. Leos are compatible with: other Leo as well as Libra, Sagittarius, Cancer, and Gemini.
Virgo (August 22 - September 22) People born into the star sign Virgo are perfectionists. Having a goog memorie and great social instincts are big qualities of Virgo. Organization and planning comes very easy to Virgos. This is also the reason why working in teams as a project manager or even a normal team member feels like a great time to them. Virgo are compatible with: other Virgos as well as Scorpio, Capricorn, Taurus and Cancer.
August Birth Flowers
Month of August flower is the Gladiolus or Sword Lily. It blooms in a variety of colours like red, pink, white, yellow and orange. This birth flower stands for sincerity and symbolises strength of character. With Gladiolus, the recipient's heart is being pierced with love. The other August flower is the poppy. A red poppy signifies pleasure, a white poppy is given for consolation, and a yellow poppy wishes wealth and success.
Strength, Moral Integrity, Remembrance and Infatuation. This long lasting August Birth Flower Gladiolus comes in a variety of colours.
Historical Events for August, 1938
7th » The Holocaust: The building of Mauthausen-Gusen concentration camp called Mauthausen concentration camp begins.
18th » The Thousand Islands Bridge, connecting New York, United States with Ontario, Canada over the Saint Lawrence River, is dedicated by President of the United States called U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
20th » Lou Gehrig hits his 23rd career grand slam, a record that stood for 75 years until it was broken by Alex Rodriguez.
23rd » England English cricketer Len Hutton sets a world record for the List of Test cricket records Innings or series highest individual Test innings of 364, during a Test cricket Test match against Australia national cricket team Australia.
Famous Birthdays on August in 1938
2nd » Dave Balon, Canadian ice hockey player and coach (d. 2007)
2nd » Pierre de Bané, Israeli-Canadian politician
2nd » Paul Jenkins (actor) e.g Paul Jenkins, American actor (d. 2013)
2nd » Terry Peck, Falkland Islander soldier (d. 2006)
3rd » Terry Wogan, Irish-English radio and television host
4th » Ellen Schrecker, American historian and educator
6th » Paul Bartel, American actor, director, and screenwriter (d. 2000)
6th » Peter Bonerz, American actor and director
8th » Jack Baldwin (chemist) called Jack Baldwin, English chemist and academic
8th » Jacques Hétu, Canadian composer and educator (d. 2010)
8th » Connie Stevens, American actress, singer, director, and producer
9th » Leonid Kuchma, Ukrainian politician, 2nd President of Ukraine
9th » Rod Laver, Australian tennis player
9th » Otto Rehhagel, German footballer, coach, and manager
20th » Peter Day (chemist) or Peter Day, English chemist and academic
20th » Nigel Dodds, Irish lawyer and politician
20th » Alain Vivien, French politician
21st » Kenny Rogers, American singer-songwriter, guitarist, producer, and actor (The New Christy Minstrels and The First Edition (band) or The First Edition)