Historical Events
Victory in Battle
General Franco's Nationalist troops conquer Santander during the Spanish Civil War
- Pumping to build Treasure Island in San Francisco Bay is finished
Famous Birthdays
- Tom Heinsohn, American NBA star, coach (Boston Celtics) and broadcaster, born in Jersey City, New Jersey (d. 2020)
Famous Deaths
Andrew Mellon
Andrew Mellon, American banker (Mellon Bank), industrialist and Secretary of the Treasury (1921-32), dies at 82
1937 Highlights
About August 26, 1937
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 4 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo
