What Happened on December 26, 1913

Historical Events

Ambrose Bierce’s Last Communication

Ambrose Bierce’s last known communication, a letter to his close friend Blanche Partington from Mexico - one of the most famous literary disappearances

Famous Birthdays

  • Frank Swift, English soccer goalkeeper and journalist (19 caps; Manchester City 376 games; died Munich air disaster), born in Blackpool, Lancashire (d. 1958)

About December 26, 1913

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 110 years, 4 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn