What Happened on September 29, 1937

Historical Events

  • Frans Slaats cycles a world hour record time (45,563 km)

Famous Birthdays

  • Barry Heywood, British director of the British Antarctic Survey (d. 2021)

Famous Deaths

  • Ray Ewry, American track and field athlete (8 Olympic golds 1900, 04, 08), dies at 63
Died in 1937 1937 Highlights

About September 29, 1937

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 7 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

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