Historical Events
Prohibition is Ratified
The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution, authorizing the prohibition of alcohol, is ratified by a majority of US states
Famous Deaths
- Francisco de Paula Rodrigues Alves, President of Brazil (b. 1848)
- Jaroslav Jeremiáš, Czech pianist and composer, dies at 19
1919 Highlights
About January 16, 1919
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 105 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Capricorn
