Famous Birthdays
- Jeanne Bice, American entrepreneur (Quacker Factory clothes), born in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin (d. 2011)
- Judy Chicago [Judith Cohen], American artist (Dinner Party), born in Chicago, Illinois
Famous Deaths
- Joseph Mendes da Costa, sculptor, dies
Died in 1939 1939 Highlights
About July 20, 1939
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 9 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Cancer