Historical Events
King Gustav III Dies
King Gustav III of Sweden dies after being shot in the back at a midnight masquerade ball at Stockholm's Royal Opera just 13 days earlier. He is succeeded by Gustav IV Adolf.
Famous Deaths
Gustav III (1746-1792)
King of Sweden (1771-92), dies of septicemia at 46 after being shot by an assassin thirteen days earlier
Died in 1792 1792 Highlights
About March 29, 1792
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 232 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aries
