What Happened on July 26, 1919

Famous Birthdays

  • James Lovelock, British scientist and environmentalist (Gaia hypothesis), born in Letchworth, Hertfordshire (d. 2022) [1]
  • Kenneth Snowman, British jeweller and antiquarian, born in Hampstead, London (d. 2002)
  • Virginia Gilmore, American actress (Jennie, Western Union), born in El Monte, California (d. 1986)

Famous Deaths

  • Edward Poynter, British painter, President of the Royal Academy, dies at 83
Died in 1919 1919 Highlights

About July 26, 1919

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 104 years, 9 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo