Famous Birthdays
Abiy Ahmed
Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of Ethiopia (2018-) and winner of the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize, born in Beshasha, Ethiopia
- Boudewijn Send, soccer player (PSV)
- Robert Macfarlane, English nature writer, born in Halam, England
Famous Deaths
- Jean P J C Haesaert, Flemish lawyer/sociologist, dies at 84
1976 Highlights
About August 15, 1976
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 5 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Holidays: Independence Day (India)
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo