What Happened on August 9, 1932

Famous Birthdays

  • John Gomery, Canadian jurist (investigated 2004 sponsorship scandal), born in Montreal, Quebec (d. 2021)

Famous Deaths

  • John Charles Fields, Canadian mathematician and founder of the Fields Medal, dies after a three-month illness at 69
Died in 1932 1932 Highlights

About August 9, 1932

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 91 years, 8 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes

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