What Happened on July 23, 1920

Historical Events

  • British East Africa renamed Kenya and becomes a British crown colony

Famous Birthdays

  • Amália Rodrigues, Portuguese fado singer, born in Lisbon, Portugal (d. 1999)
  • Marcel Maeyer, Belgian sculptor and graphic artist, born in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium (d. 1993)

Famous Deaths

  • Conrad Kohrs, German-born cattle rancher in Montana, dies at 84
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About July 23, 1920

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 103 years, 9 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo