What Happened on July 20, 1908

Famous Birthdays

  • Gunnar de Frumerie, Swedish pianist and composer (Circulus Quintus), born in Nacka, Sweden (d. 1987)

Mad Dog Coll (1908-1932)

Irish-American mob hitman, born in Gweedore, Ireland


Famous Deaths

  • Demetrius Vikelas, Greek businessman and writer (first President International Olympic Committee 1894-1896), dies at 73
  • Federico Chueca, Spanish composer, dies at 62
Died in 1908 1908 Highlights

About July 20, 1908

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 115 years, 9 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer