Events of August 21st Unveiled - On the 21st of August, an event unfolded.
In the realm of sports, Robert Lewandowski, a renowned Polish footballer, joined FC Bayern Munich in 2014. His impressive career continues to make headlines in the world of football.
Meanwhile, delving into the annals of history, we find Gustave Moynier, a Swiss jurist and influential co-founder and long-time president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), who passed away on August 21, 1910. Moynier shaped the organization for 46 years and co-founded the Institute of International Law. No significant events in Germany were reported on this day in 2010 or 2024.
Tragically, in 2010, eleven small patients at the University Hospital in Mainz, Germany, received a dangerous nutrient solution. Three of these babies later died due to contaminated infusions at the intensive care unit.
In the realm of justice, Walter Schulze, a former DDR border commander, was convicted and sentenced to two years and three months in prison in 2000 for his role in the death of a border victim.
Moving on to international affairs, in 2010, Iran brought its first nuclear power plant into operation with Russian help in the port city of Bushehr.
In the world of arts, Albrecht Schuch, a German actor, has been a recurring winner of the German Film Award, with victories in 2020, 2022, and 2023.
Looking ahead, the name day for August 21st, 2025, is Gratia and Pius. The calendar sheet for this day is currently available.
Sadly, on August 21, 2010, Christoph Schlingensief, a prominent German director, passed away. He was born in 1960.
In a tragic accident in 2000, eight German youth lost their lives in a bus accident on an Austrian highway construction site.
In the realm of television, Oliver Geissen, a well-known German TV presenter, is known for shows like "Die Oliver Geissen Show" and "Die 90er Show".
Lastly, in 2024, Germany's record goalkeeper Manuel Neuer announced his retirement from the football national team, choosing instead to continue his career with FC Bayern Munich.
These are but a few snapshots of events that have shaped Germany's past, present, and future. Each story holds a piece of the country's rich history and vibrant culture.
