What Happened on February 13, 1952

Historical Events

Sports History

Future world champion Rocky Marciano knocks out Italian heavyweight boxer Gino Buonvino in the 2nd round at Rhode Island Auditorium, Providence for his 40th straight win

Famous Birthdays

  • Alex de Grassi, American new-age fingerstyle guitarist (Clockwork), born in Yokosuka, Japan
  • Ed Gagliardi, American rock bassist (Foreigner - "Cold As Ice"), born in New York City, (d. 2014)
  • Freddy Maertens, Belgian cyclist, born in Nieuwpoort, Belgium
Born in 1952

Famous Deaths

  • Alfred Einstein, German-American musicologist (Mozart catalogue revision), dies at 71
  • Josephine Tey, English author (The Daughter of Time), dies of cancer at 55
1952 Highlights

About February 13, 1952

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 1 month and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes

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