What Happened on June 9, 1928

Historical Events

Belmont Stakes

60th Belmont: Clarence Kummer aboard Vito wins in 2:33.2

  • Charles Kingsford-Smith & Charles Ulm are 1st to fly across the Pacific when they end their flight from California to Brisbane

Famous Birthdays

  • Geraint Gruffydd, Welsh scholar (University of Wales), born in Tal-y-bont, Wales (d. 2015)

Jackie MasonJackie Mason (1928-2021)

American Emmy and Tony Award-winning stand-up comedian, stage, film and television actor (The World According To Me!), born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin [1]


Born in 1928

About June 9, 1928

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 94 years, 11 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini