What Happened on February 7, 1949

Historical Events

1st 100,000 Yankees Player

Joe DiMaggio becomes 1st $100,000 a year baseball player for the New York Yankees

Famous Birthdays

  • Alan Lancaster, British rock bassist (Status Quo, 1967-85 - "Pictures of Matchstick Men"), born in London, England (d. 2021)
  • Paulo César Carpegiani, Brazilian footballer and coach
  • Sunil Wettimuny, Sri Lankan batsman (3 x ODIs; 2 x 50; Ceylon), Colombo, Sri Lanka

About February 7, 1949

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 2 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aquarius