Famous Birthdays
- Armon Williams, American football safety & linebacker (Tennessee Oilers), born in Chandler, Arizona
- Eric Medlen, American NHRA drag racer, born in Oakdale, California (d. 2007)
- Kamila Shamsie, Pakistani British writer (Home Fire), born in Karachi, Pakistan
- Molly Henneberg, American journalist (Fox News Channel)
- Sherman Williams, American NFL running back (Dallas Cowboys), born in Mobile, Alabama
Famous Deaths
- Ben van Eysselsteijn, Dutch writer and playwright (Arid Earth), dies at 75
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About August 13, 1973
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 8 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Touch Me In The Morning - Diana Ross
#1 Song: I'm The Leader Of The Gang (I Am) - Gary Glitter
