Famous Birthdays
- Alla Nazimova, Ukrainian-born actress, scriptwriter, and producer (Blood and Sand), born in Yalta, Taurida Governorate, Russian Empire (d. 1945)
- Eastwood Lane, American composer, born in Brewerton, New York (d. 1951)
- Jean Cras, French pianist, career naval office,r and composer (Polyphème; Harp Quintet), born in Brest, France (d. 1932)
- Warwick Armstrong, Australian cricketer (Big Ship Great Aussie skipper 1920-21), born in Kyneton, Australia (d. 1947)
1879 Highlights
About May 22, 1879
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 144 years and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
