What Happened on January 19, 1938

Historical Events

  • General Motors begins mass production of diesel engines

Famous Birthdays

  • Denny Smith, American politician (Rep-R-OR, 1981-91), born in Ontario, Oregon
  • Eskil Hemberg, Swedish composer, conductor (Stockholm University Chorus, 1959-84), and artistic director (Royal Swedish Opera, 1987-96), born in Stockholm (d. 2004)

About January 19, 1938

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 3 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn