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What Happened on July 8, 1936

Famous Birthdays

  • Ralph Strait, American character actor (Search for Tomorrow, 1985-86; Halloween III), born in Bradley Beach, New Jersey (d. 1992)
  • Rudolf W. de Korte, Dutch businessman (Unilever, 1964-77) and politician (House of Representatives (VVD), 1977-86 & 1989-96; Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Economic Affairs, 1986-89), born in The Hague, Netherlands (d. 2020)
  • Tony Warren [Anthony McVay Simpson], English actor and tv screenwriter (Coronation Street), born in Pendlebury, Lancashire (d. 2016)

About July 8, 1936

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 88 years and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer