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What Happened on May 16, 1930

Historical Events

  • 6th Walker Cup: US, 10-2

Famous Birthdays

  • Brian Davies, Australian rugby league forward (27 Tests, 6 World Cup; Queensland 31 games; Brothers, Canterbury-Bankstown), born in Brisbane, Australia (d. 2012)
  • Desmond Langley, British army officer and Governor of Bermuda, born in London (d. 2008)
  • Don Conicannon, British miner, labor union official and politician (Member of Parliament, 1966-87), born in Doncaster, England (d. 2003)
  • Friedrich Gulda, Austrian classical and jazz pianist and composer (Ineffable; Concerto for Cello and Wind Orchestra), born in Vienna, Austria (d. 2000)

About May 16, 1930

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 94 years, 1 month and 27 days
Leap Year: No

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