Historical Events
Iraqi History
Iraqi President Saddam Hussein executes 22 political opponents
Famous Birthdays
- Paris Latsis, Greek shipping heir
- Rashard Lewis, American basketball forward (NBA All-Star 2005, 09; NBA C'ship 2013; Miami Heat), born in Pineville, Louisiana
- Richard Harwood, British cellist
- Sam Totman, English musician (Dragonforce)
Famous Deaths
- Nicholas Monsarrat, British novelist (b. 1910)
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About August 8, 1979
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 8 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bad Girls - Donna Summer
#1 Song: I Don't Like Mondays - Boomtown Rats
