Jason Kohl

Here are 10 interesting facts about the month of August:

• Named After an Emperor: August is named after Augustus Caesar, the first Roman emperor. The month was originally called Sextilis but was renamed in honor of Augustus in 8 BCE.

• Birth Flower: The birth flowers for August are the gladiolus and the poppy. Gladiolus symbolizes strength of character, while poppies represent imagination and eternal sleep.

• Leo and Virgo: People born in August fall under two zodiac signs: Leo (July 23 - August 22) and Virgo (August 23 - September 22).

• Full Sturgeon Moon: The full moon in August is traditionally called the Sturgeon Moon, named by Native Americans due to the abundance of sturgeon fish during this time.

• August Heat: In many parts of the Northern Hemisphere, August is typically the hottest month of the year.

• Historic Events: August 6, 1945, marks the day when the first atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, Japan, during World War II.

• National Holidays: Several countries celebrate important holidays in August, such as India’s Independence Day on August 15 and Pakistan’s Independence Day on August 14.

• Harvest Time: August is a significant month for farmers as it is often the time for harvesting crops like wheat, corn, and barley in many regions.

• Perseid Meteor Shower: The Perseid meteor shower, one of the most spectacular meteor showers of the year, peaks in mid-August.

• No Fixed Start Day: August is one of the few months that never begins on the same day of the week as any other month in the Gregorian calendar.

About Me:

A proud native of Phoenix, Arizona, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals and families find the right insurance coverage to protect what matters most. Since 2021, I have been an insurance agent licensed in both Arizona and Colorado, specializing in a wide range of policies including auto, renters, condo, home, pet, life, and business insurance.

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