Historical Events
Boxing Title Fight
Muhammad Ali knocks out English boxer Brian London in round 3 at Earl's Court in London to retain his undisputed world heavyweight title
- Salazarbrug over Tag opens (longest suspension bridge in Europe)
- US citizens demonstrate against war in Vietnam
Famous Birthdays
- Billy Mayfair, American golfer (Tour Championship 1995), born in Phoenix, Arizona
- Regina Carter, American jazz and classical violinist, and composer, born in Detroit, Michigan
Famous Deaths
- Cordwainer Smith [Paul Myron Anthony Linebarger], American sci-fi author (Space Lords), dies at 53
Died in 1966 1966 Highlights
About August 6, 1966
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Wild Thing - The Troggs
#1 Song: With A Girl Like You - Troggs
