Famous Birthdays
- Francis Scott Key, American lawyer, poet and composer of the lyrics to "Star-Spangled Banner", born in Carroll County, Maryland (d. 1843)
- Lorenz Oken, German naturalist, born in Bohlsbach, Swabia (d. 1851)
1779 Highlights
About August 1, 1779
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 243 years, 9 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
