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What Happened on July 25, 1936

Historical Events

  • 115 acre Orchard Beach opens in the Bronx

Famous Birthdays

  • Glenn Murcutt, Australian architect (winner of Pritzker Architecture Prize 2002), born in London, England

Famous Weddings

  • Jazz saxophonist Charlie "Bird" Parker marries his childhood sweetheart Rebecca Ruffin
Died in 1936 1936 Highlights

About July 25, 1936

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 87 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo