1926 (MCMXXVI) was a common year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1926th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 926th year of the 2nd millennium, the 26th year of the 20th century, and the 7th year of the 1920s decade.
On January 26, 1926, John Logie Baird, a Scottish inventor, gives the first public demonstration of a true television system in London, launching a revolution in communication and entertainment.
Discover the most significant events of 1926, from world-changing political decisions to cultural milestones. Explore the key moments that shaped history during this pivotal year
This article teaches you fun facts, trivia, and history events from the year 1926. Find out about popular radio shows, movies, music, books, foods, sports facts, famous birthdays, and other cool pop culture trends to get the right mix of questions and answers for your 1920s-themed trivia game.
1926 stands as a pivotal year in American history, marking a confluence of economic expansion, technological leaps, and socio-cultural shifts. The ‘Roaring Twenties’ were in full swing, fueled by advancements in manufacturing, nascent communications technologies, and a burgeoning consumer culture.
Collapse of stock market in the U.S. causes a world wide depression. 1926. Congress creates the Army Air Corps. 1928. Radio plays a role in the Presidential election for the first time. Herbert Hoover defeats Alfred E. Smith. 1929. Public Origins Plan goes into effect.
Events from the year 1926 in the United States. February 1 – Land on Broadway and Wall Street in New York City is sold at a record $7 per sq inch. March 16 – Robert Goddard launches the first liquid-fuel rocket, at Auburn, Massachusetts.
Events from the year 1926 in the United States. February 1 – Land on Broadway and Wall Street in New York City is sold at a record $7 per sq inch. March 16 – Robert Goddard launches the first liquid-fuel rocket, at Auburn, Massachusetts.