What Happened on February 1, 1950

Historical Events

Curly Lambeau Resigns

Green Bay Packers founder, player and coach Curly Lambeau resigns after 31 seasons and 6 NFL titles to his credit

  • Urko Kekkonen elected Prime Minister of Finland

Call to Condemn Emperor Hirohito

USSR demands condemnation of Emperor Hirohito for war crimes


Famous Birthdays

  • Mike Campbell, American rock guitarist (Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers - "Breakdown"), and producer, born in Panama City, Florida
  • Rich Williams, American guitarist (Kansas ' "Carry On Wayward Son"), born in Topeka, Kansas

About February 1, 1950

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 2 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

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