What Happened on August 10, 1977

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
1977 History

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
Born in 1977

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

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