Historical Events
Event of Interest
Winston Churchill reaches Newfoundland for talks with FDR
Famous Birthdays
- Dick Sheridan, American College Football HOF coach (Furman University, NC State University), born in Augusta, Georgia (d. 2023)
- Paul Lindblad, American baseball pitcher (World Series champion 1973-74, 78; Kansas City Athletics, Oakland Athletics), born in Chanute, Kansas (d. 2006)
- Viv Prince, British drummer (Pretty Things - "Honey I Need"), born in Loughborough, England
About August 9, 1941
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
