Famous Birthdays
Bob Cousy (95 years old)
Basketball Hall of Fame guard (NBA C'ship 1957, 59-63; NBA MVP 1957; 13 × NBA All-Star 1951–63; Boston Celtics), born in Manhattan, NYC
Famous Deaths
- Frederick II, Grand Duke of Baden (1907-18), dies at 71
1928 Highlights
About August 9, 1928
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 95 years, 1 month and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
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