Historical Events
- Japanese city Toyama destroyed by B-29's
Baseball Record
NY Giants outfielder Mel Ott hits historic 500th MLB home run off Braves Johnny Hutchings, joins Babe Ruth & Jimmy Foxx as only players to reach milestone
Famous Birthdays
- Douglas Osheroff, American physicist (Nobel 1996), born in Aberdeen, Washington
About August 1, 1945
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
