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It happened on a… August 7

Find out about the main events that have taken place on this day over the years.

2007

2007 “Eclipse” 3rd book in Stephenie Meyer’s “Twilight Saga” is published by Little Brown.

Barry Bonds of the San Francisco Giants breaks baseball great Hank Aaron’s record by hitting his 756th home run.

2003

In California, Arnold Schwarzenegger announced that he would run for the office of governor.

1992

The Orlando Magic signs NBA No. 1 draft pick Shaquille O’Neal.

1974

Philippe Petit performs a high wire act between the twin towers of the World Trade Center 417 m in the air.

1914

Germany invaded France.

1858

Ottawa officially becomes capital of the Province of Canada.