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What Happened on May 23, 1886

Famous Deaths

Leopold von Ranke (1795-1886)

German historian who founded the modern concept of source-based history, dies at 90

Died in 1886 1886 Highlights

About May 23, 1886

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 138 years, 1 month and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Gemini