What Happened on December 16, 1928

Historical Events

  • National Football League Championship: Providence Steam Roller (8-1-2) win first past the post title

Famous Birthdays

  • Doug Ford, Australian cricket wicket-keeper (successful NSW of 50's), born in Maryville, New South Wales (d. 2019)
  • Peter Nailor, British civil servant, historian, and academic, born in UK (d. 1996)
  • Philip K. Dick, American sci-fi author (Hugo-1963; Blade Runner), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 1982)

Famous Deaths

  • Elinor Wylie, American poet and writer (b. 1885)
Died in 1928 1928 Highlights

About December 16, 1928

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 95 years, 4 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius