What Happened on January 13, 1949

Historical Events

  • "Along 5th Avenue" opens at Broadhurst Theater NYC for 180 performances

Famous Birthdays

  • Brandon Tartikoff, American TV executive and president of NBC (1981-91), born in Freeport, New York (d. 1997)
  • Rakesh Sharma, Indian cosmonaut (Soyuz T-11), first Indian in space, born in Patiala, India

About January 13, 1949

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 3 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn