What Happened on July 21, 1949

Historical Events

  • US Senate ratifies North Atlantic Treaty by a vote of 82-13 (NATO)

Famous Birthdays

  • Al Hrabosky, American MLB player (St. Louis Cardinals), born in Oakland, California
  • Ludmila Smirnova, Russian pairs figure skater (Olympic silver USSR 1972; World C'ship silver x 5), born in Moscow, Russia

About July 21, 1949

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 9 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

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