What Happened on June 2, 1927

Famous Birthdays

  • AndrĂ© Vandernoot, Flemish flautist and conductor (Royal Flemish Opera, 1959-73), born in Brussels, Belgium (d. 1991)
  • Phillip Burton, historian (Vanishing Eagles)
  • W. Watts Biggers, American novelist (The Man Inside), and animator (Underdog), born in Avondale Estates, Georgia (d. 2013)

Famous Deaths

  • Eduard Cuypers, Dutch architect (De Hooge Vuursche), dies at 67
  • Friedrich Hegar, Swiss composer, dies at 85
Died in 1927 1927 Highlights

About June 2, 1927

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 96 years, 10 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Gemini