Famous Birthdays
- John Betjeman, poet (Mount Zion) and English Poet Laureate (1972-1984), born in London (d. 1984)
- Klaas Schenk, Dutch speed skating coach (1952, 56, 60 Winter Olympics; father of triple gold medallist Ard), born in Wieringerwaard, Hollands Kroon, Netherlands (d. 1983)
- Leslie Dwyer, English actor (Hi-de-Hi!), born in London, England (d. 1986)
About August 28, 1906
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 117 years, 8 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Virgo
