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What Happened on July 7, 1924

Historical Events

  • American Robert LeGendre sets then long jump world record at 25' 5½" in Paris, France

Famous Birthdays

  • Dieter Nowka, German composer, conductor and musicologist, born in Madlow, Germany (d. 1998)
  • Mary Ford [Iris Colleen Summers], American vocalist (with Les Paul - "How High The Moon"), born in El Monte, California (d. 1977)

About July 7, 1924

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 100 years and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes

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