Famous Birthdays
- Archie Amerson, CFL running back (Hamilton Tiger Cats)
- Órla Fallon, Irish traditional singer, Celtic harpist, and songwriter (Celtic Woman, 2004-2009; Anúna, 1996), born in Knockananna, County Wicklow, Ireland
- Tony McCombs, American football linebacker (Arizona Cardinals), born in Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Famous Deaths
- Alexander de Seversky, Russian-American aviation pioneer (b. 1894)
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About August 24, 1974
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 8 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: (You're) Having My Baby - Paul Anka with Odia Coates
#1 Song: When Will I See You Again - Three Degrees
