Famous Birthdays
- Alberto Hemsi, Turkish composer (Sephardic Melodies), born in Turgutlu, Ottoman Empire (d. 1975)
- Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa, Sicilian prince and writer (The Leopard), born in Palermo, Sicily (d. 1957)
About December 23, 1896
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 4 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Capricorn