Historical Events
- Dutch Prince Bernhard Fund forms
Famous Birthdays
- Barbara Mills, British barrister (first female Director of Public Prosecutions), born in Chorleywood, England (d. 2011)
- Bobby Hatfield, American rocker (Righteous Brothers - "Unchained Melody"), born in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin (d. 2003)
- Michael “Tunes” Antunes, American rock and blues saxophonist (John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band), and actor (Eddie And The Cruisers), born in New Bedford, Massachusetts
- Richard Wells, British Chief Constable (South Yorkshire - in charge after Hillsborough disaster)
- Sid Waddell, English darts commentator (the 'Voice of Darts'; Grenarda, BBC, Sky Sports), born in Alnwick, Northumberland, England (d. 2012)
About August 10, 1940
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 8 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
