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What Happened on June 25, 1935

Historical Events

Louis KOs Carnera

Future world heavyweight boxing champion Joe Louis moves to 20-0 with 6th round KO of former champion Primo Carnera of Italy at Yankee Stadium, NYC

Famous Birthdays

  • Kurt Schwertsik, Austrian classical hornist, contemporary composer (Ein Kleines Requiem; Draculas Haus und Hofmusik), and educator, born in Vienna, Austria
  • Larry Kramer, American playwright and AIDS activist, born in Bridgeport, Connecticut (d. 2020)
  • Wynand Breytenbach, South African soldier and politician, Deputy Minister of Defense (1986-94), born in Orange Free State, South Africa (d. 2002)

About June 25, 1935

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 89 years and 11 days
Leap Year: No

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