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August 24

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Also known as August 24th, 24th of August, 24 August, Aug 24

day of the year

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August 24 is the 236th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or 237th in leap years). It is historically significant as the date of several important events, including the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD that destroyed the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

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August 24 is the 236th day of the year (237th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 129 days remain until the end of the year.

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