August 26th (1914) was a Wednesday. It's the 238th day of the year (239th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. There are 127 days left to the end of the year.
Historical Events for 26th August, 1914
» In Brazil, Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras is founded.
» World War I: The German colony of Togoland surrenders to France French and United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland British forces after a Togoland Campaign 20 day campaign.
» World War I: During the retreat from Battle of Mons Mons, the British II Corps commanded by General Horace Smith-Dorrien Sir Horace Smith-Dorrien fought a vigorous and successful defensive action at Battle of Le Cateau Le Cateau.
Famous Birthdays on August 26 in 1914
» Julio Cortázar, Belgian-Argentinian author (d. 1984)