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What Happened on January 21, 1916

Famous Birthdays

  • (James Woodie) J.W. Alexander, American gospel and soul music songwriter, singer, and producer (Sam Cooke, Lou Rawls, Solomon Burke), born in Hamilton, Mississippi (d. 1996)

About January 21, 1916

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 108 years, 6 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius