💨 Abstract

On August 10, a notable derecho struck the Midwest U.S. in 2020, causing four fatalities and $11 billion in damage, the costliest thunderstorm in U.S. history. Today's significant historical events include the French Revolution mob's attack on the Tuileries Palace in 1792 and Missouri’s admission as the 24th U.S. state in 1821.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff