Historical Events
- 5 hostages executed by Nazis in St-Michielsgestel
Famous Birthdays
- Gary Woollard, New Zealand rugby league five eighth (10 Tests; Wellington), born in Waiuku, New Zealand (d. 2021)
- Larry Hartsell, American martial artist, bodyguard, trainer, student of Bruce Lee and Dan Inosanto, born in Charlotte, North Carolina (d. 2007)
- Peter York, British rock drummer (Spencer Davis Group), born in Redcar, Yorkshire
About August 15, 1942
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 81 years, 8 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
