Historical Events
- Joe Engle in X-15 reaches 82 km
Famous Birthdays
- Akiko Pavolka, Japanese-American jazz singer, composer (House Of Illusion), and educator, born in Tokyo, Japan
- Claudia Christian, American actress (Babylon 5), and author, born in Glendale, California
- John Starks, American NBA basketball guard, 1990-2002 (NY Knicks, and 3 other teams), born in Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Mike E. Smith, American Racing HOF jockey (26 x Breeders Cup wins; 5 x American Classics wins; Triple Crown 2018), born in Dexter, New Mexico
- Patricia Spurgin, American rifle shooter (Olympic gold 1984), and school administrator (University of Alaska President, 2020-present), born in Billings, Montana
- Toumani Diabaté, Malian traditional musician, world music and flamenco kora (21-string lute/harp mash-up) player, born in Gallé, Mali
Famous Deaths
- Ray Robinson, Australian cricket batsman (1 Test; NSW, South Australia, Otago), dies at 51
Died in 1965 1965 Highlights
About August 10, 1965
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Got You Babe - Sonny & Cher
#1 Song: Help! - The Beatles
