The 1920s

Explore 864 historical events from 1920–1929.

1923

Carolyn Cassady, American author (died 2013)

Carolyn Elizabeth Robinson Cassady was an American writer who was associated with the Beat Generation through her marriage to Neal Cassady and her friendships with Jack Kerouac, Al…

Carolyn Cassady, American author (died 2013)

1923

Percy Heath, American bassist (died 2005)

Percy Heath was an American jazz bassist, brother of saxophonist Jimmy Heath and drummer Albert Heath, with whom he formed the Heath Brothers in 1975. Heath played with the Modern …

Percy Heath, American bassist (died 2005)

1923

Marcel Rayman, Polish soldier (died 1944)

Marcel Rajman was a Polish Jew and volunteer fighter in the FTP-MOI group of French Resistance fighters during World War II. He was also the head of "Stalingrad", a highly active m…

Marcel Rayman, Polish soldier (died 1944)

1923

William C

William Cammack Campbell, often known as Bill Campbell or William C. Campbell, became one of the most distinguished amateur golfers in golf history. Campbell was two-time President…

William C

1923

Anne Baxter, American actress (died 1985)

Anne Baxter was an American actress, star of Hollywood films, Broadway productions, and television series. She won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and seven Photoplay Awards, and…

Anne Baxter, American actress (died 1985)