Historical Events
Presidential Convention
President Gerald Ford wins Republican presidential nomination at KC convention
Famous Birthdays
- Pablo Larraín, Chilean filmmaker (El Conde), born in Santiago, Chile
Famous Deaths
- Alastair Sim, Scottish actor (Christmas Carol, Green for Danger), dies at 75
- Jenö Kenessey, Hungarian conductor and composer, dies at 70
- Ken Wadsworth, New Zealand cricket wicket-keeper/batsman (33 Tests, 96 dismissals, 5 x 50s; Central Districts CA), dies from cancer at 29
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights
About August 19, 1976
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 8 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Don't Go Breaking My Heart - Elton John & Kiki Dee
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