What Happened on April 30, 1936

Famous Birthdays

  • Bernie Clifton [Quinn], British comedian (Oswald the Ostrich), born in St Helens, Lancashire, England
  • Bobby Gregg, American drummer and record producer (Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone"), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 2014)

Famous Deaths

  • A. E. Housman, English poet (A Shropshire Lad), dies at 77
Died in 1936 1936 Highlights

About April 30, 1936

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 87 years, 11 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus