Historical Events
- Construction begins on the Simplon tunnel through the Alps, linking Italy and Switzerland; it becomes the world's longest railroad tunnel
- Pietro Mascagni's opera "Iris" premieres at the Teatro Costanzi in Rome, Italy
Famous Birthdays
Wiley Post (1898-1935)
American aviator (1st solo flight around the world), born in Corinth, Van Zandt County, Texas
About November 22, 1898
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 5 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius
