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What Happened on July 22, 1898

Historical Events

  • Crew of Belgium RV Belgica see 1st sunrise in 1600 hrs - 1st expedition to endure Antarctic winter

Famous Birthdays

Alexander Calder (1898-1976)

American sculptor (mobiles, stabiles), born in Lawnton, Pennsylvania

  • Stephen Vincent Benét, American author (d. 1943)

About July 22, 1898

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 11 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer