Historical Events
- English seaside resort Brighton gets 1st British nude beach
Famous Birthdays
- Alizah Allen, figure skater (1997 North Atlantic Sr champ), born in NYC, New York
Famous Deaths
- Allan Frank, actor (Charade Quiz), dies at 64
- Raymond Washington, founder of Los Angeles, California gang, the Crips
- Walter O'Malley, American baseball team owner (Dodgers), dies at 75
1979 Highlights
About August 9, 1979
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 41 years, 6 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
