What Happened on June 4, 1936

Historical Events

Léon Blum Prime Minister

Léon Blum becomes France's first Socialist and first Jewish Prime Minister as head of People's Front government

Famous Birthdays

  • Alan Branscombe, British jazz and session pianist, vibraphonist, and saxophonist (Tubby Hayes; Beatles - "Got To Get You Into My Life"), born in Wallasey, Cheshire, England (d. 1986)
  • Bruce Dern, American actor (Nebraska, The Hateful Eight, Django Unchained), born in Chicago, Illinois
  • David Lyon, CEO (Bowater), born in London
  • Nutan Bahl, Indian actress (Seema, Bandini), born in Bombay, British India (d. 1991)

About June 4, 1936

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 87 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini