Historical Events
- Korea is divided into North and South Korea along the 38th parallel
Indonesian National Revolution
Sukarno and Mohammad Hatta declare Indonesia (Dutch East Indies) independent from the Netherlands
Famous Birthdays
- Katri-Helena, Finnish singer, born in Tuupovaara, Finland
Famous Deaths
- Gino Marinuzzi, Sr., Italian opera conductor (Wagner; Puccini), and composer (Symphony in A), dies at 61
- Pater Bleijs [Louis], Dutch catholic priest and resistance fighter in WWII, dies in car accident at 39
About August 17, 1945
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
