Historical Events
- A 5.1-kg (11.2-pound) chondrite-type meteorite breaks into at least seven pieces and lands near the town of Archie in Cass County, Missouri.
- The Lego Group founded in Billund, Denmark, by Ole Kirk Christiansen; name is contraction of Danish words 'leg godt' ('play well' in English)
Famous Birthdays
- Alexander Goehr, English composer, born in Berlin, Germany
- Trudy Pitts, American jazz Hammond B-3 organist, pianist, and vocalist, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 2010)
Famous Deaths
- Rin Tin Tin, American Hollywood shepherd dog (Clash of the Wolves), dies at 13
Died in 1932 1932 Highlights
About August 10, 1932
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 91 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
