Historical Events
- Richard Corfields "Camel Corps" opens "Mad Mullah" in Burao Somalia
Famous Birthdays
- Axel Stordahl, American arranger (Tommy Dorsey; Frank Sinatra), orchestra leader (Eddie Fisher), and composer (McHales's Navy theme), born in Staten Island, New York (d. 1963)
- Daan Wildschut, Dutch painter, and sculptor (stained glass works), born in Grave, Netherlands (d. 1995)
- Robert Stafford, American politician (Sen-R-VT, 1971-88), born in Rutland, Vermont (d. 2006)
1913 Highlights
About August 8, 1913
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 110 years, 8 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
