What Happened on February 8, 1925

Historical Events

Marcus Garvey Imprisoned

Marcus Garvey enters federal prison in Atlanta

Famous Birthdays

  • Alvin Brehm, American classical double bassist, conductor, and composer, born in New York City (d. 2014)

Jack Lemmon (1925-2001)

American actor (Days of Wine & Roses, Missing), born in Boston, Massachusetts

  • Raimondo d'Inzeo, Italian equestrian, 1st athlete to compete in 8 Olympic games (Olympic gold/2 silver/3 bronze-1948-76), born in Poggio Mirteto, Italy (d. 2013)

About February 8, 1925

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 2 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aquarius