August 10

Monday 10, 1981:

The head of John Walsh's son Adam is found in Hollywood, Florida. This event will later prompt the U.S. Congress to pass the Missing Children's Act, giving the Federal Bureau of Investigation greater authority to track the disappearance of children. It also makes Walsh a national spokesman against crime and eventually leads to the establishment of America's Most Wanted.

Wednesday 10, 1977:

In Yonkers, New York, 24-year-old postal employee David Berkowitz ("Son of Sam") is arrested for a series of killings in the New York City area over a year's period.

Tuesday 10, 1954:

At Massena, New York, the ground breaking ceremony for the St. Lawrence Seaway is held.

Thursday 10, 1809:

Quito, now the capital of Ecuador, declares independence from Spain.

Saturday 10, 1680:

Pueblo Revolt begins in New Mexico.