What Happened on October 19, 1932

Historical Events

  • Austria forbids demonstration by Nazis & anti fascists
  • British government signs trade agreement with Soviet Union

Radio Premiere

Henry Ford gives his 1st radio speech


Famous Birthdays

  • Robert Reed, American actor (The Brady Bunch - "Mike"; Nurse), born in Highland Park, Illinois (d. 1992)

Famous Deaths

  • Arthur Friedheim, Russian composer, dies at 72
  • Lindley M. Garrison, American lawyer and 46th U.S. Secretary of War (1913-16), dies at 67
Died in 1932 1932 Highlights

About October 19, 1932

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 91 years, 6 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Libra