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What Happened on September 19, 1924

Famous Birthdays

  • Ernest Tomlinson, English composer (Light music), born in Rawtenstall, Lancashire (d. 2015)
  • Jacques Lusseyran, French author and resistance leader who was blind from age 7, born in Paris, France (d. 1971)

Famous Deaths

  • Alick Bannerman, Australian cricket batsman (28 Tests, 8 x 50s; NSW 1876–94), dies at 70
Died in 1924 1924 Highlights

About September 19, 1924

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 10 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes

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