Historical Events
- Enrique Tirabocchi of Argentina becomes the first to swim the English Channel from France to England (record 16 hours 33 minutes)
Famous Birthdays
Fidel Castro (1926-2016)
Cuban revolutionary, Prime Minister (1959-76) and President (1976-2008), born in Birán, Holguin Province
Famous Weddings
Stan Laurel
Comedian Stan Laurel (36) marries 1st wife actress Lois Neilson (30)
1926 Highlights
About August 13, 1926
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 96 years, 5 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
