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What Happened on February 11, 1919

Historical Events

Election of Interest

Friedrich Ebert (SPD) elected president of Germany

Famous Birthdays

  • Eva Gabor, Hungarian-born American actress (Green Acres - "Lisa Douglas"; Gigi), comedian, singer, and socialite, born in Budapest, Hungary (d. 1995)
  • Gretchen Fraser, American slalom skier (Olympic gold 1948, 1st American skiing gold), born in Tacoma, Washington (d. 1994)
  • Israel Baker, American concert and session violinist (NBC Symphony; Paramount Studios Orchestra), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 2011)

About February 11, 1919

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 105 years, 5 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius