Historical Events
Historic Event
Netherlands recognizes Franco regime in Spain
Famous Birthdays
- George Haslam, British avant-garde jazz baritone saxophonist, and tárogató player, born in Preston, Lancashire, England
- Steve Barber, American MLB pitcher (Baltimore Orioles, NY Yankees), born in Takoma Park, Maryland (d. 2007)
Famous Deaths
- Antonio Machado, Spanish poet (Campos de Castilla), dies at 63
1939 Highlights
About February 22, 1939
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Pisces