CalEvents:Aug/Aug 28
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Notable events for Aug 28
Date
Event
Significance
August 28, 1833
Abolition of Slavery Act passed in the British Empire
On this day, the Abolition of Slavery Act was passed, abolishing slavery throughout most of the British Empire. This was a major turning point in the global fight against the transatlantic slave trade and a significant moment for African-descended people in British colonies.
August 28, 1955
Emmett Till murdered in Mississippi
On this day, 14-year-old African-American Emmett Till was brutally murdered in Mississippi for allegedly whistling at a white woman. His death became a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement, as his open-casket funeral and the images of his mutilated body shocked the nation and drew attention to racial violence in the U.S.
August 28, 1963
Martin Luther King Jr. delivers "I Have a Dream" speech
On this day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. This moment became a defining event in the Civil Rights Movement and a powerful symbol of the struggle for racial equality in the U.S.
August 28, 1971
Eldridge Cleaver returns to the U.S. from exile
On this day, Eldridge Cleaver, a leader of the Black Panther Party, returned to the United States after several years in exile. His return sparked significant discussion about the Black Power movement and the challenges faced by its leaders in the fight against systemic oppression.
August 28, 1990
Nelson Mandela addresses the United Nations
On this day, Nelson Mandela addressed the United Nations General Assembly for the first time since his release from prison. He called for continued international pressure on South Africa's apartheid government, and his speech marked a pivotal moment in the global anti-apartheid movement.
August 28, 2005
Hurricane Katrina hits New Orleans
On this day, Hurricane Katrina made landfall in New Orleans, Louisiana, causing widespread devastation. The disaster disproportionately affected African-American communities and highlighted systemic issues related to poverty, racism, and government response.
August 28, 2013
50th Anniversary of the March on Washington
On this day, thousands gathered to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s "I Have a Dream" speech. The event underscored the ongoing struggle for civil rights and racial justice in the United States.