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What Happened on April 22, 1906

Historical Events

  • Intercalated Games opens in Athens
  • New rule puts umpire in sole charge of all game balls

Famous Birthdays

Eddie Albert (1906-2005)

American actor (Roman Holiday, Green Acres), born in Rock Island, Illinois

  • Eric Fenby, English composer and president (Delius Society), born in Scarborough, North Yorkshire (d. 1997)
  • Prince Gustaf Adolf, Duke of Västerbotten, Swedish prince second in line to the Swedish throne, born in Stockholm Palace, Stockholm, Sweden (d. 1947)

About April 22, 1906

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 118 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Taurus