Historical Events
Baseball History
MLB Cleveland Indians ace Bob Feller returns from serving in the US Navy and strikes out 12
Famous Birthdays
- (Malcolm) "Molly" Duncan, Scottish saxophonist (Average White Band, 1972-83 - "Pick Up the Pieces"), born in Montrose, Scotland (d. 2019)
- Ken Hensley, British rock songwriter, keyboardist, and singer (Uriah Heep, 1970-80 - "Easy Livin'"; Blackfoot, 1982-84), born in Plumstead, England (d. 2020)
Marsha P. Johnson (1945-1992)
African-American gay liberation and AIDS activist, drag queen, and transgender pioneer (Gay Liberation Front, S.T.A.R.), born in Elizabeth, New Jersey
- Ronee Blakley, American actress (Nashville), and singer-songwriter, born in Nampa, Idaho
- Vince McMahon, American professional wrestling promoter, born in Pinehurst, North Carolina
About August 24, 1945
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 8 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo
