Famous Birthdays
- Andrei Trefilov, Russian NHL goalie (Buffalo Sabres, Olympic silver 1998), born in Kirovo-Chepetsk, Russia
- Andrew Cunanan, American serial killer (killed Gianni Versace),born in National City, California (d. 1997)
- Javagal Srinath, Indian cricketer (right-arm pace bowler since 1991)
- Jonathan LaPaglia, Australian actor (Australia Survivor presenter), born in Adelaide, Australia
- Victor Alexander, American NBA forward/center (NY Knicks), born in Detroit, Michigan
Famous Deaths
- Ottmar Gerster, German composer (rector of the Liszt Music Academy in Weimar), dies at 72
Rocky Marciano (1923-1969)
American boxer (undefeated world heavyweight champion 1952-56), dies in a plane crash at 45
1969 Highlights
About August 31, 1969
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 6 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Honky Tonk Women - The Rolling Stones
#1 Song: In The Year 2525 (Exorium And Terminus) - Zager & Evans
