Historical Events
- Luftwaffe bombs British radar stations, loses 31 aircraft
- Netherlands starts rationing textiles
Famous Birthdays
- Alexander Yossifov, Bulgarian conductor and composer (Back To The Beginning), born in Sofia, Bulgaria (d. 2016)
- Eddie Barlow, South African cricket all-rounder who played 30 Tests, 6 x 100, HS 201, 40 wickets; Transvaal, Eastern Province, Derbyshire CC, born in Pretoria, South Africa (d. 2005)
- Michael Brunson, English journalist, newscaster and actor (Never Say Die), born in Norwich, England
- Rod Bernard, American "swamp pop" singer ("Allons Danser Colinda"), born in Opelousas, Louisiana. (d. 2020)
Famous Weddings
Died in 1940 1940 Highlights
About August 12, 1940
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 8 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
