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What Happened on June 24, 1912

Famous Birthdays

  • Brian Johnston, British cricket commentator (BBC 1946-94) and cake connoisseur, born in Little Berkhamsted, England (d. 1994)
  • Norman Cousins, American editor (Saturday Review) and peace activist, born in West Hoboken, New Jersey (d. 1990)
  • Selwyn Powell, British magazine editor (The Geographical Magazine; Night & Day), born in England (d. 1994)

About June 24, 1912

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 112 years and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes

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