What Happened on February 10, 1929

Historical Events

  • Bishop Stephen Alencastre dedicates the beautiful Romanesque church of Saint Patrick in Honolulu

Famous Birthdays

  • Hallgeir Brenden, Norwegian cross country skier (Olympic gold 1952, 56), born in Trysil, Norway (d. 2007)
  • Henk Heidweiler, Suriname politician and diplomat (Ambassador to United Nations, 1968-75; Ambassador to United States, 1981-84; Ambassador to Netherlands, 1984-85), born in Paramaribo, Dutch Colony of Surinam (d. 1989)
  • Jerry Goldsmith, American pianist, television and film composer ("The Twilight Zone"; "Planet Of The Apes"), born in Los Angeles, California (d. 2004)
  • Jim Whittacker, mountain climber (1st American to climb Mt Everest)

About February 10, 1929

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 95 years, 2 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius