What Happened on September 23, 1920

Historical Events

  • Alexander Millerand elected president of France
  • Despite Japanese protests, China withdraws recognition of Tsarists representatives in China

Famous Birthdays

  • Alexander Arutiunian [Harut'unyan], Soviet Armenian classical pianist and composer (Trumpet Concerto), born in Yerevan, First Republic of Armenia (d. 2012)
  • Gerard W. Taylor, South African-British surgeon, born in Natal, South Africa (d. 1995)
  • Jiri Jaroch, Czech composer, born in Smilkov (d. 1986)

Mickey Rooney (1920-2014)

American Emmy award-winning actor (Boys Town, The Black Stallion), born in Brooklyn, New York


About September 23, 1920

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 103 years, 7 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes

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