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What Happened on February 1, 1892

Historical Events

  • Mrs William Astor invites 400 guests to a grand ball at her mansion thus beginning use of "400" to describe socially elite

Famous Birthdays

  • Rudolf Mengelberg, Dutch composer and musicologist (Amsterdam Concert Hall), born in Krefeld, Germany (d. 1959)

About February 1, 1892

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 132 years, 6 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aquarius