AUGUST 20 | Birthdays and Events
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Notable Birthdays for August 20
Benjamin Harrison (1833-1901) - The 23rd President of the U.S.
Kingsley Davis (1908-1997) - Sociologist and demographer who coined the term "population explosion."
Jim Reeves (1923-1964) - Country music musician fondly remembered as "Gentleman Jim."
Don King (1931-Still Living) - Boxing promoter easily identified by his "wild" hair.
James Pankow (1947-Still Living) - Musician and founding member of the rock band Chicago.
Doug Fieger (1952-2010) - Musician who co-wrote the 1979 hit song My Sharona.
Al Roker (1954-Still Living) - News anchor, television personality, and author.
Amy Adams (1974-Still Living) - Award winning actress with lead roles in Enchanted: Julie & Julia, American Hustle and Big Eyes.
Memorable Events for August 20
1619 - The first known African captives (slaves) land at Point Comfort, VA, to be sold into servitude.
1866 - President Johnson formally declares the American Civil War over.
1920 - The first commercial radio station (8MK) begins operations in Detroit.
1938 - Lou Gehrig hits his 23rd career grand slam.