Famous Birthdays
- Jarrod Washburn, American baseball player (Los Angeles Angels), born in La Crosse, Wisconsin
Famous Deaths
- (Harold) "Tina" Brooks, American hard-bop jazz saxophonist, and composer ("True Blue"), dies of liver failure at 42
- Hugo Yarnold, English cricketer (Umpire in 3 Tests for England), dies at 57
- Kate O'Brien, Irish writer (Pray for the Wanderer), dies at 76
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About August 13, 1974
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 8 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Night Chicago Died - Paper Lace
#1 Song: When Will I See You Again - Three Degrees
