What Happened on August 4, 1939

Famous Birthdays

  • Frank Vincent, American actor (The Sopranos), born in North Adams, Massachusetts (d. 2017)
  • Frankie Ford [Guzzo], American rock vocalist ("Sea Cruise"), born in Gretna, Louisiana, (d. 2015)

Famous Weddings

Marshall McLuhan

Philosopher of communication theory Marshall McLuhan (28) weds teacher and aspiring actress Corinne Lewis (27)

Died in 1939 1939 Highlights

About August 4, 1939

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 8 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo