Historical Events
Eagle Day
Battle of Britain: Hermann Goering's "Adlertag" (Eagle Day) offensive happens, intending to destroy the Royal Air Force; 47-48 German aircraft shot down, the RAF loses 25 planes
Famous Birthdays
- Ann Armstrong Dailey, American founder (Children's Hospice International), born in San Francisco, California
- John Stokes, Irish pop bassist, harmonica player, and singer (The Bachelors - "Diane"), born in Dublin, Ireland
- Tony Cloninger, American MLB pitcher and coach (2 Grand Slams in one game), born in Cherryville, North Carolina (d. 2018)
Famous Deaths
- George C. Pearce, American actor (The Shadow Sinister, British Agent, Valiant), dies at 75
Died in 1940 1940 Highlights
About August 13, 1940
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
