Historical Events
- Auschwitz trials end with 6 life sentences
- Cincinnati Reds pitcher Jim Maloney throws his second no-hitter of the season in 1-0 win over the Chicago Cubs
- The Yardbirds launch their first US tour
Famous Birthdays
- James Tomkins, Australian rower (Olympic gold coxless four 1992, 96, 2004; bronze 2000; World C'ship gold x 7), born in Sydney, Australia
- Johan Botha, South African operatic tenor, born in Rustenburg, South Africa (d. 2016)
- Kevin Dillon, American actor (Heaven Help Us, Platoon), born in New York City
- Kyra Sedgwick, American actress (Phenomenon, Singles, The Closer), born in New York City
- Maria de Medeiros, Portuguese actress and director
About August 19, 1965
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 8 months and 10 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