What Happened on January 6, 1913

Historical Events

  • Attempting to end hostilities in the Balkans, the London Peace Conference breaks down because Turkey refuses to cede Adrianpole, the Aegean island, and Crete

Famous Birthdays

  • Edward Gierek, Polish communist politician, born in PorÄ…bka, Poland (d. 2001)

Loretta Young (1913-2000)

American actress (Farmer's Daughter, Stranger), born in Salt Lake City, Utah

  • Tom Brown, American actor (Buck Privates Come Home, In Old Chicago), born in New York City (d. 1990)

Famous Deaths

  • Frederick Hitch, English Victoria Cross Winner (b. 1856)
Died in 1913 1913 Highlights

About January 6, 1913

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 111 years, 3 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

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