Saturday 26 May 1923
It was Saturday, under the sign of Gemini (see planets position on May 26, 1923). The US president was Warren G. Harding (Republican).
Famous people born on this day include Horst Tappert and James Arness.
Trapped, directed by Luis Mandoki, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1923
But much more happened that day: find out below..
You can also have a look at the whole 1923 or at May 26 across the years.
Old Newspapers
Have a look at the old newspapers from 26 May 1923 and get them!
What the sky looked like on 26 May 1923
Personalized book about You
Your book about what happened on 26 May 1923
Wish him/her..
Find out your future
Get a FREE Numerology report based on the digits of 26 May 1923!
Historical Events
Which were the important events of 26 May 1923 ?
Holidays:
- Saint Germain of Paris
- Blessed Pieter of Ter Duinen
- Saint William of Aquitaine
- Saint Simitrius
- Saint Philip Neri (died 1595)
- Saint Lambert (d.1154)
- Saint Berenger (died 1093)
- Georgia - National Day
- Poland - Mother's Day
- Australia - National Sorry Day
Famous Birthdays:
- Horst Tappert: German actor in films and TV, starting with a theater debut in 1946.
- James Arness: American actor most noted for the TV series "Gunsmoke," 1955-1975, which was an instant hit that retained popularity for 20 years.
- Jean Sullivan
- William M Magruder
- Roy Dotrice: Channel Islands, Guernsey -- Actor (Wizard).
- William Magruder: American aeronautical engineer and former test pilot who served as a special consultant to President Nixon; he was the Supersonic Transport (SST) Program director under Nixon.
- Horst Tapper: German director / actor (Derrick).
- Alfons Hockmann: Germany Actor.
- Andre Alvarez: France sport Champion.
- James Arness in Minneapolis: Minnesota, USA; actor (Matt Dillon - Gunsmoke, The Thing).
- Oren Lee: Staley; first president of National Farmers Organization (1955-79).
- André Alvarez: French rugby union player (1.
- Alfons Höckmann: German stage/tv actor, director.
Facts:
- Socialist Workers Youth International forms in Hamburg, Germany.
- The first 24 Hours of Le Mans motor race is held, and is won by André Lagache and René Léonard.
Search For Your Ancestors
Planetary positions on this day

Discover the planets positions on May 26, 1923 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

Subscribe to our Newsletter
Don't miss our monthly news, no spam guarantee Click here to Subscribe
...and if 26 May 1923 was your Birth Date then Join our Birthday Club!
Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in May 1923?
Genealogy: find out your family heritage
Make this date unforgettable
Music Charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of May 1923 ?
Top #4 songs in the USA
- Underneath the Mellow Moon - Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra
- You Know You Belong to Somebody Else (So Why Don't You Leave Me Alone) - Henry Burr
- Saw Mill River Road - Isham Jones & His Orchestra
- Dreamy Melody - Art Landry & His Orchestra