Historical Events
Event of Interest
Eisenhower authorizes $46 million for construction of CIA headquarters
Famous Birthdays
- Alberto Gonzales, American U.S. Attorney General
- Andrew M Allen, Captain USMC/astronaut (STS 46, 62, 75), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Billy Bob Thornton (68 years old)
American actor (Sling Blade), born in Hot Springs, Arkansas
- Charles D "Sam" Gemar, Yankton SD, army/astronaut (STS 38, 48, 62)
About August 4, 1955
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 8 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rose Marie - Slim Whitman
