Historical Events
World Record
American super-swimmer Michael Phelps wins his 3rd of 8 gold medals at the Beijing Olympics when he takes the 200m freestyle in world record 1:42.96
- American swimmer Natalie Coughlin becomes the first to successfully defend the gold medal in the women's 100 m backstroke when she wins event at the Beijing Olympics
Olympic Games
An American 1-2 in the 100m backstroke at the Beijing Olympics with Aaron Peirsol swimming a world record 52.54 to beat teammate Matt Grevers
- Ceasefire negotiated in Russo-Georgian War after 5 days
Famous Deaths
- (June) "Christie" Allen, British-Australian pop singer (Goosebumps), dies of pancreatic cancer at 54
- Donald Erb, American composer known for large orchestral works, dies at 81
About August 12, 2008
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 14 years, 7 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Kissed A Girl - Katy Perry
#1 Song: I Kissed A Girl - Katy Perry
