Famous Birthdays
- Dean Koontz, American sci-fi author (Star Quest, Beastchild), born in Everett, Pennsylvania
- Lewis F. Payne Jr., American politician (Rep-D-Virginia), born in Amherst, Virginia
- Root Boy Slim [Foster MacKenzie III], American entertainer, born in Asheville, North Carolina (d. 1993)
About July 9, 1945
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 9 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Cancer