Historical Events
- Uprising by Moluccan soldiers from Indonesia at Ambonezen Camp, Netherlands
Famous Birthdays
- Jemeel Moondoc, American improvisational jazz saxophonist (Ensemble Muntu; Jus Grew Orchestra), born in Chicago, Illinois
- John Jarratt, Australian actor, director and producer (Picnic at Hanging Rock), born in Wollongong, Australia
About August 5, 1951
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
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