Famous Birthdays
- AgustÃn Pichot, Argentine rugby player, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Brimstone, American professional wrestler, born in Mineola, New York
- Stefano Verderi, Italian guitarist (Le Vibrazioni), born in Milan, Italy
Famous Deaths
- Jacob Bronowski, Polish-born British mathematician and science writer best known as the presenter of the BBC television series, The Ascent of Man, dies of a heart attack at 66
1974 Highlights
About August 22, 1974
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 11 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: (You're) Having My Baby - Paul Anka with Odia Coates
#1 Song: When Will I See You Again - Three Degrees