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What Happened on December 21, 1896

Famous Birthdays

  • Carl Romme, Dutch politician (Catholic People's Party), born in Oirschot, Netherlands (d. 1980)
  • Constantine Rokossovski, Russian marshal and vice-premier of Poland, born in Warsaw, Poland (d. 1968)
  • Leroy Robertson, American composer and music educator, born in Fountain Green, Utah (d. 1971)

About December 21, 1896

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 7 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius