Famous Birthdays
- France Nuyen, Vietnamese-French actress (St Elsewhere, Diamond Head), born in Marseilles, France
- John R. West, American rock guitarist (Gary Lewis & Playboys - "This Diamond Ring"), born in Uhrichsville, Ohio
- Norm Snead, American football quarterback (Pro Bowl 1962, 63, 65, 72; NFL completion % leader 1972 NY Giants; Philadelphia Eagles), born in Halifax County, Virginia (d. 2024)
- Roger Prideaux, English cricketer (England batsman in 3 Tests 1968-69), born in Chelsea, London
- Vic Davalillo, Venezuelan baseball outfielder (MLB All Star 1965, Gold Glove 1964 Cleveland Indians; World Series 1971, 73 Pittsburgh Pirates), born in Cabimas, Venezuela (d. 2023)
About July 31, 1939
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 8 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo