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What Happened on December 19, 1922

Historical Events

  • Theresa Vaughn, 24, confesses in court in Sheffield, England, to being married 61 times over 5 years in 50 cities in three countries

Famous Birthdays

  • Catherine Hall, British nurse who raised the professional profile of nursing and to establish its central role in health care, born in Sheffield, England (d. 1996)
  • Eamonn Andrews, Irish-born television presenter (d. 1987)

About December 19, 1922

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 101 years, 7 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Sagittarius