What Happened on May 3, 1936

Historical Events

  • French People's Front wins elections

Joe DiMaggio Debuts

NY Yankee Joe DiMaggio makes his major-league debut, gets 3 hits

Famous Birthdays

  • José Torres, Puerto Rican boxer (world light-heavyweight champion), born in Ponce, Puerto Rico (d. 2009)

About May 3, 1936

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 87 years, 11 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes

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