Historical Events
- Scientists in Pasadena, California, announce Viking I found strongest indications to date of possible life on Mars
- US Viking 2 goes into Martian orbit after 11-month flight from Earth
Famous Birthdays
- Cathy Park Hong, American Korean poet (Dance Dance Revolution), born in Los Angeles, California
- Dimitrios Eleftheropoulos, Greek footballer, born in Piraeus, Greece
- Shane Lechler, American football player, born in East Bernard, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Cecil Weston, South African-born actress (Dude Ranch, Huckleberry Finn), dies at 86
1976 Highlights
About August 7, 1976
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 5 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo