What Happened on June 26, 1925

Historical Events

The Gold Rush

"The Gold Rush", directed, starring and written by Charlie Chaplin, is released

60th British Men's Open

British Open Men's Golf, Prestwick GC: English born American Jim Barnes captures his only Open title, 1 stroke ahead of runners-up Ted Ray and Archie Compston


Famous Birthdays

  • Pavel Belyayev, Soviet fighter pilot and cosmonaut (Voskhod II), born in Chelishchevo, Russia (d. 1970)

About June 26, 1925

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 98 years, 10 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

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