Historical Events
- Huaso sets official world equestrian high-jump record, 2.47 m, Chic
Famous Birthdays
- David Sullivan, Welsh businessman and pornographer (Sunday Sport), born in Cardiff, United Kingdom
- Maidarjabyn Ganzorig, Mongolian scientist and cosmonaut (Soyuz 39 backup), born in Tsetserleg, Mongolia
Famous Deaths
- Juozas Tallat-Kelpsa, Lithuanian composer and conductor, dies at 50
Died in 1949 1949 Highlights
About February 5, 1949
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 2 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aquarius
