What the sky looked like on August 05, 1942
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US date format: 8/5/1942, UK date format: 5/8/1942
It was Wednesday, under the sign of Leo (see birth chart on August 5, 1942). The US president was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democrat).
Famous people born on this day include Sergio Ramírez and Andy Fogelson.
The Talk of the Town, directed by George Stevens, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1942
But much more happened that day: find out below..
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