Historical Events
Famous Birthdays
- Aug 13 Christoph Nichelmann, German composer and harpsichordist, born in Treuenbrietzen, Germany (d. 1762)
- Aug 13 Louis François I, Prince of Conti, French nobleman and military leader, born in Paris (d. 1776)
- Aug 15 Blind Jack [John Metcalf], English 1st professional roadbuilder, born in Knaresborough, Yorkshire, England (d. 1810)