Historical Events
Sinatra in Indianapolis
Frank Sinatra performs at the Lyric Theater in Indianapolis, Indiana, his first as featured singer with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
Famous Birthdays
- Alan Caddy, English musician (The Tornados), born in Chelsea, London (d. 2000)
- David Jason [David White], English actor (Only Fool and Horses, Open All Hours), born in London, England
- Thomas M. Disch, American sci-fi author (Genocides, 102 H-Bombs), born in Des Moines, Iowa (d. 2008)
- Wayne Fontes, American football coach
Famous Deaths
- Vsevolod Meyerhold [Karl Kasimir Theodor], Russian theatrical director and actor (Houligan), executed during the Great Purge at 65
Died in 1940 1940 Highlights
About February 2, 1940
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 84 years, 2 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
