Historical Events
Sports History
American Justin Gatlin becomes only the 2nd athlete to take sprint double, winning 200m in 20.04 at the World Championships in Helsinki, Finland
Famous Deaths
- James Booth [David Geeves], British actor and screenwriter (Zulu, Keeping Mum), dies at 77
2005 Highlights
About August 11, 2005
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: We Belong Together - Mariah Carey
#1 Song: You're Beautiful - James Blunt
