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What Happened on December 28, 1929

Famous Birthdays

  • Maarten Schmidt, Dutch-American astronomer who first identified a quasar, born in Groningen, Netherlands (d. 2022)
  • Owen Bieber, United Auto Workers president

Terry Sawchuk (1929-1970)

Canadian Hockey HOF goaltender (Detroit Red Wings, Toronto Maple Leafs) who was a 4-time Vezina Trophy winner (Stanley Cup: 1952, 54, 55, 67), born in Winnipeg, Manitoba


About December 28, 1929

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 94 years, 6 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Capricorn