Famous Birthdays
- Adam von Trott zu Solz, German lawyer and diplomat, born in Potsdam, Germany (d. 1944)
- John Baur, American museum director and author (American Paintings in 19th Century), born in Woodbridge, Connecticut (d. 1987)
1909 Highlights
About August 9, 1909
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 114 years, 1 month and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Year of the Rat
Year of the Ox
Year of the Tiger
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake