Historical Events
Music History
Maurice Ravel and John Cranko's ballet "Beauty And The Beast" premieres
Famous Birthdays
- Cecil Cooper, American baseball player, born in Brenham, Texas
- Claudia Jennings [Mary Ellen Chestrerton], American actress and Playboy playmate (Nov 1969, Playmate of the year 1970), born in Saint Paul, Minnesota (d. 1979)
- Soumaïla Cissé, Malian politician, born in Timbuktu, Mali
Famous Weddings
Clark Gable
"Gone With The Wind" actor Clark Gable (48) weds socialite Sylvia Ashley (45)
1949 Highlights
About December 20, 1949
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 73 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius
