Historical Events
- Hawaii National Park forms
Famous Birthdays
- Anne Hébert, French Canadian author and poet (Kamouraska), born in Sainte-Catherine-de-Fossambault, Quebec, Canada (d. 2000)
- David Pollock, Viscount Hanworth, British barrister (d. 1996)
Famous Deaths
- Claude Newberry, South African cricket All-rounder (v England 1913-14), dies
Died in 1916 1916 Highlights
About August 1, 1916
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 107 years, 8 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
