Famous Birthdays
- Nick Rahall II, American politician (Rep-D-WV, 1977-2015), born in Beckley, West Virginia
Famous Deaths
- Randolph West, American biochemist, known for the Dakin-West reaction (b. 1890)
Died in 1949 1949 Highlights
About May 20, 1949
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 11 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
