What Happened on June 19, 1922

Historical Events

5000m World Record

Paavo Nurmi runs world record 5000m (14:28.2)

Famous Deaths

  • Johannes Cornelius Kapteyn, Dutch astronomer, dies at 71
Died in 1922 1922 Highlights

About June 19, 1922

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 101 years, 10 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Gemini