Historical Events
- Dumont TV Network (WABD NY) is launched in the US
Famous Birthdays
- Jean-Claude Arnault, French Swedish photographer involved in Nobel Prize scandal, born in Marseille, France
- Jimmy Webb, American singer and songwriter ("MacArthur Park"; "Up Up & Away"), born in Elk City, Oklahoma
- Kathryn Whitmire, American accountant and politician (4 time Mayor-Houston), born in Houston, Texas
- Tony Robinson, English actor, comedian and author, born in Homerton, London
Famous Deaths
- Edward R. Bradley, American businessman and horse owner (1st to own 4 Kentucky Derby winners), dies at 86
Died in 1946 1946 Highlights
About August 15, 1946
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 8 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
