What Happened on March 26, 1940

Historical Events

"The Fifth Column", a play by Ernest Hemingway and adapted by Benjamin Glazer premieres in NYC courtesy of the Theater Guild

Braulio Baeza, American HOF jockey who was 1st Latin American to win Kentucky Derby 1963; Belmont Stakes 1961, 63, 69; 5 x US Champion Jockey in earnings, born in Panama City, Panama

American actor (Brian's Song; The Godfather; Rollerball; Misery; Elf), born in The Bronx, New York

American politician (Rep-D-California 1987-), 1st female Speaker of the House (2007-11, 2019-), born in Baltimore, Maryland

Rod Lauren, American rocker (If I Had a Girl), born in Fresno, California (d. 2007)

Spyridon Louis, Greek athlete who won the 1st modern Olympics marathon in 1896, dies at 67

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 1 month and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes

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