What Happened on March 31, 1939

Historical Events

The Hound of Baskervilles

"The Hound of Baskervilles" first of 14 films starring Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes and Nigel Bruce as Dr. Watson is released

  • Britain & France agree to support Poland if invaded by Germany

Famous Birthdays

  • Zviad Gamsakhurdia, first President of Georgia (d. 1993)

About March 31, 1939

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 85 years and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries