What Happened on June 29, 1926

Historical Events

Arthur Meighen Again PM

Arthur Meighen returns to office as Prime Minister of Canada

  • Carter G. Woodson wins Springarn Medal for research into Black history

Famous Birthdays

  • Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Emir of Kuwait, born in Kuwait City (d. 2006)
  • Rex Hunt, British diplomat and Governor of the Falkland Islands (1982-1985), born in Redcar, North Yorkshire, England (d. 2012)

About June 29, 1926

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 97 years, 10 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

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