Historical Events
Event of Interest
The SS Commodore ship Stephen Crane was aboard founders off the Florida coast, an experience he recounts in his short story "The Open Boat"
Famous Birthdays
- Jim Londos, Greek wrestler (d. 1975)
About January 2, 1897
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 3 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Capricorn
