Historical Events
Film Awards
"Rashomon" by Akira Kurosawa wins the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival
- British begin economic boycott of Iran
Famous Birthdays
- Albert R. Wynn, American politician (Rep-D-Maryland 1993-2008), born in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
- Gary Danielson, American NFL quarterback (Detroit Lions 1976-84; Cleveland Browns 1985, 87-88) and college commentator (CBS, ABC), born in Detroit, Michigan
- Peter Tolson, English rock guitarist (Pretty Things, 1970-81), born in Bishop Stortford, Hertfordshire (d. 2016)
Famous Deaths
- Giuseppe Mulè, Italian composer, dies at 66
Died in 1951 1951 Highlights
About September 10, 1951
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 7 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Virgo