What Happened on February 4, 1938

Historical Events

"Our Town"

"Our Town" a play by Thornton Wilder opens on Broadway, NYC (later awarded Pulitzer Prize for Drama)

Hitler Controls German Army

Adolf Hitler seizes control of German army and puts Nazis in key posts


Famous Birthdays

  • Donald Riegle, American politician (Senator-D-Michigan 1976-95), born in Flint, Michigan
  • Joe Beard, American blues guitarist (No More Cherry Rose), born in Ashland, Mississippi

About February 4, 1938

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 2 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius