Historical Events
- Baltimore Orioles pull their 10th triple play (1-6-3 vs Oakland)
Baseball Record
Carlton Fisk ties Johnny Bench hitting 327 HRs as a catcher
- Iraq annexes Kuwait as its 19th province
Sports History
Pete Rose begins 5-ms prison term at Marion (IL) Federal prison camp
Famous Birthdays
- Kane Williamson, New Zealand cricketer (batsman and captain of NZ), born in Tauranga, New Zealand
Famous Deaths
- Andrzej Dobrowolski, Polish classical and experimental composer, dies at 68
Died in 1990 1990 Highlights
About August 8, 1990
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 33 years, 8 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Vision Of Love - Mariah Carey
#1 Song: Turtle Power - Partners In Kryme
