🗓️ Did you know that on a day like today...
🔸In 2011, Amir Taaki presented the first #Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP 0001), establishing the process for improving Bitcoin collaboratively and structured. Link:
🔸In 1991, a coup attempt began in the USSR against Mikhail Gorbachev by communist hardliners, a key event that accelerated the end of the Soviet Union. Link: https://www.britannica.com/on-this-day/August-19
🔸In 2004, #Google held its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on Nasdaq, raising $1.67 billion and transforming financial markets and technology. Link:
🔸In 1960, the USSR launched Sputnik 5, the first space mission to carry animals to space and bring them back alive, a milestone in scientific exploration. Link:
🔸In 1909, the first race was held at the #Indianapolis Motor Speedway, marking the start of one of the most iconic events in motorsports. Link: 
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Historical Events on August 19
Historical events for the 19th of August. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on August 19.
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First race is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway | August 19, 1909 | HISTORY
The first race is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, now the home of the world’s most famous motor racing compe...