What Happened on April 1, 1949

Famous Birthdays

  • Gérard Mestrallet, French businessman (Engie), born in Paris, France
  • Gill Scott-Heron, American poet, singer, and pianist ("Whitey On The Moon"; “Johannesburg"), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 2011)
  • Paul Manafort, American political consultant (Trump campaign chairman), born in New Britain, Connecticut
  • Sammy Nelson, Irish soccer left back (51 caps Northern Ireland; Arsenal), born in Belfast, Northern Ireland

About April 1, 1949

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 75 years and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aries