Memory of the day: Christopher Columbus embarks on voyage to discover ‘New World’ in 1492

CAIRO – 3 August 2021: On August 3, many important events took place.

Important world event:

1492 - Christopher Columbus and 88 sailors embark on a voyage to discover the New World. The trip was historic as they were able to discover the richest parts of the world in the Americas.

Egyptians born on this day:

1926 - Rushdi Abaza, an Egyptian actor.

1938 - Ahmed Akl, an Egyptian actor.

1948 - Madiha Kamel, an Egyptian actress.