Historical Events
- D T Suzuki found the awakening at Engakuji temple, in Kamakura
Famous Birthdays
- Arnold Foster, English composer, born in Sheffield, England (d. 1963)
- George Trafton, American NFL center (Chicago Bears), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 1971)
Ira Gershwin (1896-1983)
American lyricist ("Embraceable You"; "I Got Rhythm"; "They Can't Take That Away From Me"), born in NYC, New York
Born in 1896
1896 Highlights
About December 6, 1896
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 126 years and 6 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius
