Historical Events
Viet Minh Launches Uprising
Ho Chi Minh's Viet Minh movement launch a coordinated uprising against French rule across Vietnam following the Japanese surrender
Potsdam Declaration
Japan's government notifies the Allies that it has accepted the Potsdam Declaration
Victory over Japan
V-J Day, the Empire of Japan surrenders unconditionally to the Allies, ending World War II (August 15 in Japan and other countries depending on the time zone)
Famous Birthdays
- Brenda Benet, American actress (Lee-Days of Our Lives, Beach Ball), born in Hollywood, California
- Jennifer d'Abo, British entrepreneur (Ryman, Moyses Stevens)
Steve Martin (78 years old)
American comedian, banjo player, author and actor (Parenthood; The Jerk; Roxanne), born in Waco, Texas
- Tony Scannel, Irish actor (Bill, Blue Money), born in Kinsale, Ireland
- Wim Wenders, German filmmaker (American Friend, Hammett), born in Düsseldorf, Germany
About August 14, 1945
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 78 years, 10 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
