Historical Events
- Biafran offensive against Nigerian army
- KYAY TV channel 39 in West Monroe, LA (IND) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Debbie Spence, American tennis player, born in San Jose, California
Deion Sanders (55 years old)
American College/Pro Football Hall of Fame corner-back (Super Bowl 1995, 96; 8 x Pro Bowl; Dallas Cowboys) and MLB outfielder (NY Yankees; Atlanta Braves), born in Fort Myers, Florida
- Elexa Orrange, American long jumper/triple jumper, born in Orange, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Anton Walbrook [Adolf Wohlbrook], Austrian actor (Laura, I Accuse), dies of a heart attack at 66
- Joe Orton, British actor and dramatist (Prick Up Your Ears), is murdered by his partner Kenneth Halliwell at 34
About August 9, 1967
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 9 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Light My Fire - The Doors
#1 Song: San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Some Flowers In Your Hair) - Scott Mckenzie
