Famous Birthdays
- Don Burrows, Australian jazz musician, born in Marrickville, Australia (d. 2020)
- François Remetter, French soccer goalkeeper (26 caps; RC Strasbourg, FC Metz, FC Sochaux), born in Strasbourg, France (d. 2022)
- Ken Scowcroft, English insurance magnate (Swinton) (d. 2018)
- Lord Alfred Hayes, English pro wrestler, manager and commentator (WWF), born in London, England (d. 2005)
Famous Deaths
- Stjepan Radic, Croatian politician (founder of Croatian People's Peasant Party), shot and assassinated in parliament at 57
Died in 1928 1928 Highlights
About August 8, 1928
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 95 years, 8 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
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