Historical Events
- The Jarrow March sets off for London
Famous Birthdays
- Annerose Schmidt [Boeck], East German concert pianist, and educator, born in Wittenberg, Germany
Václav Havel (1936-2011)
Czech politician (President of Czechoslovakia, 1990-2, Czech Republic, 1993-2003), born in Prague
Famous Deaths
- J. Slauerhoff, Dutch poet, writer and ship's doctor (Seaman's Grave), dies of ill health at 38
Died in 1936 1936 Highlights
About October 5, 1936
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 87 years, 6 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
