What Happened on February 8, 1926

Historical Events

Walt Disney Studios

Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio becomes Walt Disney Studios

  • German Reichstag decides to apply for League of Nations membership
  • Sean O'Casey's "Plough & Stars" opens at Abbey Theater Dublin

Famous Birthdays

  • Neal Cassady, American writer (d. 1968)

Famous Deaths

  • William Bateson, English biologist (originator of term "genetics"), dies at 64
Died in 1926 1926 Highlights

About February 8, 1926

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 98 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

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