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What Happened on July 13, 1924

Historical Events

  • Albin Stenroos wins Olympic marathon (2:41:22.6)

Famous Birthdays

  • Carlo Bergonzi, Italian operatic tenor, born in Vidalenzo, Italy (d. 2014)

Famous Deaths

  • Alfred Marshall, English economist (Principles of Economics), dies at 81
Died in 1924 1924 Highlights

About July 13, 1924

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 100 years and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes

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