Malcolm Little, later Malcolm X, was born in Omaha, Nebraska, the son of a Baptist preacher and Garveyite organizer.

Vietnam marks the birthday of revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh, born in 1890, as a national holiday with parades and tributes.

The 'Monkey Trial' began in Dayton, Tennessee, as teacher John Scopes stood trial for violating state law by teaching evolution in public schools.