What Happened on July 6, 1934

Historical Events

Sports History

American doubles specialist Elizabeth Ryan wins her 12th Wimbledon doubles title as she and Simone Mathieu of France defend their crown 6-3, 6-3 vs Dorothy Andrus & Sylvie Henrotin

Wimbledon Men's Tennis

Wimbledon Men's Tennis: Home favourite Fred Perry beats Australian Jack Crawford 6-3, 6-0, 7-5 for the first of 3 straight Wimbledon titles


Famous Deaths

  • Edward Vermeulen, Flemish writer, dies at 73
Died in 1934 1934 Highlights

About July 6, 1934

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 89 years, 9 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

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