Historical Events
- 31 German aircraft shot down over England
Aufbau Ost
German "Aufbau Ost" directive is signed by Wilhelm Keitel, to mobilize German forces in the East before the start of Operation Barbarossa and the invasion of the Soviet Union
Famous Birthdays
- Dilip Sardesai, Indian cricketer (high scoring Indian batsman of 60's)
- Fred Miller, American football defensive tackle (Super Bowl 1970 Baltimore Colts; Pro Bowl 1967, 68, 69), born in Homer, Louisiana (d. 2023)
Famous Deaths
- Johnny Dodds, American early jazz clarinetist, dies at 48
Died in 1940 1940 Highlights
About August 8, 1940
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
