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What Happened on July 1, 1930

Historical Events

  • Great Britain signs accord for Independence of Iraq

Famous Birthdays

  • Margaret A. Brewer, American soldier and first female General officer in US Marine Corps, born in Durand, Michigan (d. 2013)
  • Moustapha Akkad, Syrian-American film producer and director (Lion of the Dessert), born in Aleppo, French Mandate for Syria and the Lebanon (d. 2005)

About July 1, 1930

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 94 years and 11 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer