Historical Events
- 12 Arab leaders agree to send pan-Arab forces to protect Saudi Arabia
- Russian spacecraft Soyuz TM-10 launches
Famous Birthdays
- Adelaide Kane, Australian actress (Reign), born in Claremont, Australia
Famous Deaths
- Dorothy Appleby, American actress (Small Town Boy, Paradise Express), dies at 84
- Joe Mercer, English soccer midfielder (5 caps; Everton, Arsenal) and manager (Manchester City, Aston Villa, England 1974), dies of Alzheimer's disease at 76
About August 9, 1990
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 32 years, 9 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Vision Of Love - Mariah Carey
#1 Song: Turtle Power - Partners In Kryme
