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What Happened on January 16, 1910

Famous Birthdays

David McCampbell (1910-1996)

US Navy captain, fighter pilot, and Medal of Honor recipient (WWII, Pacific theatre, downed 34 Japanese planes), born in Bessemer, Alabama

  • Jay Hanna "Dizzy" Dean, American Baseball HOF pitcher (MLB All-Star 1934–37; World Series & NL MVP 1934 St Louis Cardinals), born in Lucas, Arkansas (d. 1974)

About January 16, 1910

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 114 years, 6 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn