What Happened on March 22, 1924

Famous Birthdays

  • Al Neuharth, American newspaper founder (USA Today), born in Eureka, South Dakota (d. 2013)
  • Bill Wendell, American TV announcer (To Tell The Truth, 1972-77; Late Night With David Letterman; Late Show With David Letterman, 1993-95), born in New York City (d. 1999)
  • Paul Fussell, American historian (The Great War and Modern Memory), born in Pasadena, California (d. 2012)

Famous Deaths

  • Robert Nivelle, French military officer, dies at 67
Died in 1924 1924 Highlights

About March 22, 1924

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 100 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aries