Historical Events
- About 100 white sympathisers joined evicted black squatters in a protest against the demolition of shanty dwellings outside Cape Town, South Africa
- Phillies & Expos play a doubleheader that ends at 3:23 AM
- Postal employee David Berkowitz arrested in Yonkers NY, accused of being "Son of Sam" 44 caliber killer
- US & Panama sign Panama Canal Zone accord
- USSR performs (underground) nuclear test
Famous Birthdays
- Aaron Kamin, American guitarist, and singer-songwriter (The Calling), born in Studio City, California
- Danny Griffin, Irish soccer defender, midfielder (29 caps Northern Ireland; St Johnstone 124 games), Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Matt Morgan, British comedian (The Russel Brand Show), born in Dartford, Kent
Famous Deaths
- Vince Barnett, American actor (Star is Born, Human Jungle), dies at 75
1977 Highlights
About August 10, 1977
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 7 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Just Want To Be Your Everything - Andy Gibb
- #1 Song: I Feel Love - Donna Summer