Historical Events
American Graffiti
"American Graffiti", directed by George Lucas and starring Richard Dreyfuss and Ron Howard premieres at the Locarno International Film Festival, Switzerland
Sports History
Future Baseball Hall of Fame 3rd baseman George Brett gets his 1st MLB hit on debut for the Kansas City Royals in 3-1 win over Chicago White Sox
Famous Birthdays
- Brendan Dolan, Irish darts player (2011 - played perfect 9 dart game), born in Enniskillen, United Kingdom
- Danie Keulder, Namibian cricketer, born in Keetmanshoop, Namibia
- Karina Habsudova, Slovak tennis player (1995 Futures Czech), born in Bojnice, Slovakia
- Kia Goodwin, American actress (Tiffany Holloway-227), born in Livingston, New Jersey
- Nancy Drolet, Canadian ice hockey forward (Canada, Olympics 1998), born in Drummondville, Canada
- Susie O'Neill, Australian swimmer (Olympic gold 200m butterfly 1992; 200m freestyle 1996), born in Mackay, Queensland
Famous Deaths
- Jean-Pierre Melville, French filmmaker (Bob Le Flambeur), dies of a heart attack at 57
1973 Highlights
About August 2, 1973
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 8 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Morning After - Maureen McGovern
#1 Song: I'm The Leader Of The Gang (I Am) - Gary Glitter
