Famous Birthdays
- Barry [Norman] Malzberg, sci-fi author (Revelations, Beyond Apollo)
- Bob Lilly, NFL defensive tackle (Dallas Cowboys)
- Walt Bellamy, American Basketball Hall of Fame center (NBA All-Star 1962–65; NBA Rookie of Year 1962; Olympic gold 1960), born in New Bern, North Carolina (d. 2013)
1939 Highlights
About July 24, 1939
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 82 years and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
