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What Happened on July 9, 1933

Historical Events

  • Philadelphia-based NFL team Frankford Yellow Jackets sold; rebranded Philadelphia Eagles

Famous Birthdays

  • Dick Orkin, American radio performer (Chickenman), and actor (Tim Conway Show), born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania (d. 2017)
  • Nodar Gabunia, Georgian composer, born in Tbilisi, Georgia (d. 2000)
  • Oliver Sacks, English neurologist and author (Awakenings), born in London (d. 2015)

About July 9, 1933

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 91 years and 3 days
Leap Year: No

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