What Happened on September 30, 1916

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Eleftherios Venizelos announces he is forming a Provisional Government in Crete as an alternative to the one in Athens; he is determined to bring Greece into the war on the side of the Allies

  • Giants lose to Braves 8-3, ends 26 consecutive win streak

Famous Birthdays

  • Roland Bengtsson, Swedish guitarist, lute player and double bassist, born in Stockholm, Sweden (d. 2005)
Born in 1916

About September 30, 1916

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 8 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra