Historical Events
- Japanese invasion army driven out of Mongolia
- Staged "Polish" assault on radio station in Gleiwitz
Famous Birthdays
- Jerry Allison, American rock drummer and songwriter (Buddy Holly & Crickets - "That'll Be The Day"; "Peggy Sue"), born in Hillsboro, Texas (d. 2022)
- Jim McCrary, American photographer and album cover artist (Tapestry: Ticket to Ride), born in Los Angeles (d. 2012)
- Paul Winter, American new age music saxophonist, composer, and bandleader (The Paul Winter Consort), born in Altoona, Pennsylvania
About August 31, 1939
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 8 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Virgo
