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What Happened on April 13, 1873

Historical Events

  • Colfax Massacre in Grant Parish, Louisiana (60 blacks killed)

Famous Birthdays

  • John W. Davis, American politician and United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, born in Clarksburg, West Virginia (d. 1955)
  • Theodore F. Morse, American composer, born in Washington, D.C. (d. 1924)

Famous Deaths

  • Carlo Coccia, Italian composer, dies at 90
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About April 13, 1873

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 151 years, 3 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aries