Historical Events
- Senator Eddie Yost draws his 100th walk for 5th year in a row
Famous Birthdays
François Hollande (68 years old)
24th President of France (Socialist: 2012-17), born in Rouen, France
- Pat Metheny, American jazz and fusion guitarist ("As Wichita Falls, So Falls Wichita"), born in Lee's Summit, Missouri
- Sam J. Jones [Samuel Gerald], American actor (Flash Gordon, Code Red), born in Chicago, Illinois
1954 Highlights
About August 12, 1954
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 9 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cara Mia - David Whitfield with the Mantovani Orchestra and Chorus
