Famous Birthdays
- Ulf Sundelin, Swedish yachtsmen (Olympic gold 5.5m class 1968; World C'ship gold Dragon class 1971, 5.5m class 1986), born in Nacka, Sweden
Famous Deaths
- Ted Ray, British golfer (British Open 1912, US Open 1920), dies at 66
1943 Highlights
About August 26, 1943
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 79 years, 9 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo
