Historical Events
Venice Film Festival
13th Venice Film Festival: "Genghis Khan" directed by Manuel Conde wins the Golden Lion
Meeting of Interest
Soviet leader Joseph Stalin meets Chinese premier Zhou Enlai
Famous Birthdays
- Doug Fieger, American singer–songwriter (The Knack - "My Sharona"), born in Oak Park, Michigan (d. 2010)
- John Clayton, American session and jazz bassist, arranger, composer (Clayton Brothers; Diana Krall), and classical double bassist (Amsterdam Philharmonic Orchestra), born in Venice, California
- John Emburey, English cricket off-spinner (1978-95, captain 1988), born in Peckham, London
- John Hiatt, American singer and songwriter ("Have a Little Faith in Me"), born in Indianapolis, Indiana
- Rudy Gatlin, American country singer (Gatlin Brothers - "Broken Lady"), born in Olney, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Kurt Schumacher, German politician (Social Democrat Party (SPD) chairman,1946-52). opposition leader, and political prisoner during WWII, dies at 56
Died in 1952 1952 Highlights
About August 20, 1952
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 7 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
