What Happened on December 25, 1900

Historical Events

  • Arthur Schnitzler's novel "Leutnant Gustl" ("None But The Brave") banned in Germany due to its unflattering portrait of military protocol

Famous Birthdays

  • Gladys Swarthout, American mezzo-soprano (La Gioconda), born in Deepwater, Missouri (d. 1969)
  • W L "Tich" Cornford, English cricket wicketkeeper (4 Tests, 8 dismissals; Sussex CCC), born in Hurst Green, England (d. 1964)

About December 25, 1900

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 123 years, 4 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn