What Happened on January 14, 1929

Historical Events

  • Afghan King Amanullah forced to resign

Famous Birthdays

  • Aleksander Petrovic, French-born Serbian & Yugloslav film director, born in Paris, France (d. 1994)
  • Billy Walker, American country music singer and guitarist ("Charlie's Shoes"), born in Ralls, Texas (d. 2006)

Famous Deaths

  • Cornelis Lely, Dutch civil engineer (Zuiderzee dam and dyke works), and politician (Governor of Suriname, 1902-05; Senator, 1910-13), dies at 74
Died in 1929 1929 Highlights

About January 14, 1929

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 95 years, 3 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No

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