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What Happened on January 19, 1915

War Victim Goes to Bottom of the Pile

The First World War memorial outside St Andrew's church at Wellingham, Norfolk
The First World War memorial outside St Andrew's church at Wellingham, Norfolk

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Historical Events

  • Neon Tube sign patented by George Claude

UKFirst Air Raid on Britain

World War I: 4 people in Norfolk are killed in the 1st German Zeppelin air raid attack on the United Kingdom

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British wartime recruitment poster from 1915 referencing the air raids that started that year
British wartime recruitment poster from 1915 referencing the air raids that started that year
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Famous Birthdays

  • Alvy West, American orchestra leader (Andy Williams Show), born in Brooklyn, New York
1915 Highlights

About January 19, 1915

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn



What Happened in 1915