What Happened on June 5, 1949

Historical Events

Noddy's 1st Appearance

Enid Blyton's wooden toy character Noddy first appears in the "Sunday Graphic"

Famous Birthdays

Ken Follett (74 years old)

Welsh spy author (Eye of the Needle; Lie Down with Lions), born in Cardiff, Wales

About June 5, 1949

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

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