Historical Events
- 72nd Belmont: Fred A Smith aboard Bimelech wins in 2:29.6
- Discovery of element 93, neptunium, announced
- Last British troops leave Narvik, Norway
Famous Birthdays
- Nancy Sinatra, American singer ("These Boots Are Made for Walkin'"; "Something Stupid"), and daughter of Frank Sinatra, born in Jersey City, New Jersey
- Sherman Garnes, American rock vocalist (Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers), born in New York City (d. 1977)
Famous Deaths
- Frederick Converse, American composer (The Pipe of Desire), dies at 69
1940 Highlights
About June 8, 1940
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 10 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini
