What Happened on July 30, 1945

Historical Events

Sinking of the USS Indianapolis

After delivering the Atomic Bomb across the Pacific, the cruiser USS Indianapolis is torpedoed and sunk by Japanese submarine I-58. 880 of the crew died, many after being attacked by sharks, the inspiration for the movie Jaws.

Famous Birthdays

  • David Sanborn, American jazz saxophonist (David Letterman Show), born in Tampa, Florida
  • Patrick Modiano, French novelist (Nobel 2014), born in Boulogne-Billancourt, France

About July 30, 1945

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 8 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo