What Happened on November 28, 1929

Historical Events

  • Chicago fullback Ernie Nevers sets NFL record for most points scored in a single game with all 40 in the Cardinals' 40–6 rout of Chicago Bears; Nevers has NFL record 6 touchdowns and 4 extra points

Richard E. Byrd

Richard E. Byrd makes his 1st South Pole flight

Famous Birthdays

Berry Gordy (94 years old)

Jr, American songwriter, producer and record company founder (Motown), born in Detroit, Michigan

  • Clarence Fountain, American Grammy Award-winning gospel singer (The Blind Boys of Alabama), born in Tyler, Alabama (d. 2018)

About November 28, 1929

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 94 years, 5 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius