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What Happened on July 6, 1908

Historical Events

Peary Departs for the Arctic

American explorer Robert Peary sets out of his eighth arctic expedition sailing from NYC for the north pole

Famous Birthdays

  • Léonce Grass, Flemish singer and conductor, born in Borgerhout, Antwerp, Belgium (d. 1993)

About July 6, 1908

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 116 years and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer