What Happened on January 26, 1939

Historical Events

  • Federal Hall National Monument established
  • Filming begins on film adaptation of "Gone With The Wind"

Victory in Battle

Francisco Franco's troops conquer Barcelona

1939 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Marshall Leib [Leibovitz], American pop singer (Teddy Bears - "To Know Him Is To Love Him"), and record producer, born in Los Angeles, California (d. 2002)
Born in 1939

About January 26, 1939

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 7 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius