What Happened on December 1, 1896

Historical Events

  • 1st certified public accountants receive certificates (NY)

Famous Birthdays

Georgy Zhukov (1896-1974)

Russian deputy commander-in-chief of the Red Army during WWII (Battles of Stalingrad, Kursk and Berlin) and Minister of Defense, born in Strelkovka, Kaluga

  • Petko Staynov, Bulgarian composer, born in Kazanlak, Bulgaria (d. 1977)

About December 1, 1896

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 4 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius