What Happened on July 1, 1952

Historical Events

  • English architect Michael Ventris says he has solved one of the 20th century's greatest linguistic riddles, by deciphering Linear B in BBC interview. Is an ancient form of Greek on clay tablets from Minoan palace of Knossos. [1]
  • The first NASCAR Grand National event is run outside of the US with Buddy Shuman winning the 200-lap race at Stamford Park, Ontario, Canada

Famous Birthdays

Dan Aykroyd (71 years old)

Canadian-American comedian, writer and actor (SNL, 1975-79; Ghostbusters), and harmonica player (The Blues Brothers), born in Ottawa, Ontario

  • Leon "Ndugu" Chancler, American pop, funk and jazz session and touring drummer, (Michael Jackson - "Billie Jean"; George Duke; Herbie Hancock), composer, and producer, born in Shreveport, Louisiana (d. 2018)
  • Steve Shutt, Canadian NHL left wing (5-time Stanley Cup winner), born in Willowdale, Canada
  • Timothy J. Tobias, American composer and musician, born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 2006)
Born in 1952

Famous Deaths

  • Fráňa Šrámek, Czech poet, novelist, playwright ,and anarchist, dies at 74
1952 Highlights

About July 1, 1952

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 8 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes

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