15 August, calendarul zilei: Ziua Marinei Române. Ben Affleck împlinește 54 de ani. Moare Anda Călugăreanu, la doar 45 de ani

August 15 marks Romania's Navy Day, honoring military and civilian sailors, coinciding with the Christian feast of the Assumption of Mary. This day has been celebrated since 1902 and became a national holiday in 2009. Additionally, it is the birthday of notable figures like actor Ben Affleck and singer Anda Călugăreanu, who passed away on this date in 1992. Other historical events include India's independence from Britain in 1947 and the announcement of Japan's unconditional surrender in 1945.