What Happened on June 2, 1932

Historical Events

  • Fisherman George W. Perry catches the world record largemouth bass, weighing in at 22 pounds, 4 ounces, at Lake Montgomery, Georgia

Cabinet of the Barons

German Chancellor Franz von Papen forms his "Cabinet of the Barons"

Famous Birthdays

  • Sammy Turner, American pop and R&B singer ("Lavender Blue"; "Always"), born in Patterson, New Jersey
  • Yaroslav Kirillovich Golovyanov, cosmonaut

About June 2, 1932

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 91 years, 10 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes

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