What Happened on July 9, 1932

Historical Events

  • The state of São Paulo revolts against the Brazilian federal government, starting the Constitutionalist Revolution
  • Washington Redskins (then Boston Braves) formed
  • Yanks' Ben Chapman hits 2 inside-the-park HRs, tying record

Famous Birthdays

  • Donald Rumsfeld, American politician (US Congress, 1963-69; Nixon Whitehouse, 1969-74; Secretary of Defense, 1975-77 & 2001-06), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 2021)

Famous Deaths

  • Henry Howell, English cricket fast bowler (5 Tests 1920-24), dies

King C. Gillette (1855-1932)

American businessman and inventor of inexpensive and disposable safety razor blades, dies at 77


Died in 1932 1932 Highlights

About July 9, 1932

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 91 years, 9 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes

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