What Happened on January 22, 1927

Famous Birthdays

  • (Fletcher) Joe Perry, American AAFC/NFL Hall of Fame fullback, 1948-63, 3X Pro Bowl (San Francisco 49ers; Baltimore Colts), and US Navy veteran, born in Stephens, Arkansas (d. 2011)
  • Lou Creekmur, American football player (Detroit Lions) and hall of famer, born in Hopelawn, New Jersey (d. 2009)

Famous Deaths

  • John McCausland, American Brigadier General (Confederate Army), dies at 90
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About January 22, 1927

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 97 years, 3 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius