Historical Events
- "Ziegfeld Follies of 1924", featuring Billie Burke and W.C. Fields, opens at the New Amsterdam Theatre, NYC
- After 8 years of occupation, US troops leave Dominican Republic
Famous Birthdays
- Kostas Axelos, Greek-French philosopher, born in Athens, Greece (d. 2010)
- Peter Miles, British Army officer, businessman and courtier in the Household of Elizabeth II, born in Long Ashton, Somerset (d. 2013)
- Syd Lawrence, British bandleader (Syd Lawrence Orchestra), born in Wilmslow, Cheshire, England (d. 1998)
About June 26, 1924
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer
