Historical Events
- France performs nuclear test at Fangataufa Island
- Rubber bullets used for the first time in Northern Ireland during 'The Troubles'
Famous Birthdays
- Chainey Umphrey, American gymnast (Olympic 5th 1996), born in Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Elijah Alexander, American NFL linebacker (Indianapolis Colts, Denver Broncos), born in Fort Worth, Texas (d. 2010)
- Kevin Smith, American director (Chasing Amy, Mallrats, Clerks, born in Red bank, New Jersey
- Philo Wallace, West Indian cricket batsman (7 Tests; 2 x 50; Barbados), born in Haynesville, Barbados
- Tony Amonte, American NHL right wing (Chicago Blackhawks, USA), born in Hingham, Massachusetts
- Zelma Davis, Liberian-American singer (C+C Music Factory - "Things That Make You Go Hmmm..."), born in Monrovia, Liberia
Famous Weddings
- American songwriter Sammy Cahn (57) weds American fashion designer Virginia "Tita" Curtis in California
Died in 1970 1970 Highlights
About August 2, 1970
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 8 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: (They Long To Be) Close To You - Carpenters
#1 Song: The Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley
