Historical Events
- France performs nuclear test at Mururoa atoll
- Pirate World Music Radio (Holland) closes down after 10 years
Famous Birthdays
- Marco Materazzi, Italian footballer and manager (Inter Milan, Itay), born in Lecce, Italy
- Mette-Marit, Crown Princess of Norway, married to Crown prince Haakon, born in Kristiansand, Norway
- Roy Rogers, American NBA player and coach (Boston Celtics), born in Linden, Alabama
Famous Weddings
Kris Kristofferson
American singer and actor Kris Kristofferson (37) weds fellow singer Rita Coolidge (28); divorce in 1980
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About August 19, 1973
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 8 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Brother Louie - Stories
#1 Song: Young Love - Donny Osmond
