What Happened on September 19, 1938

Famous Birthdays

  • Bra Willie [Keorapetse Kgositsile], South African poet and political activist (When the Clouds Clear; My Name Is Afrika), born in Johannesburg, South Africa (d. 2018)
  • Zygmunt Krauze, Polish composer, born in Warsaw, Poland

Famous Deaths

  • Pauline Frederick, American actress (Mr. Moto), dies of an asthma attack at 55
Died in 1938 1938 Highlights

About September 19, 1938

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 85 years, 7 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Virgo