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What Happened on April 16, 1888

Historical Events

  • Drentse & Friese peat cutters go on strike in the Netherlands

Famous Deaths

  • Zygmunt Florenty Wróblewski, Polish physicist and chemist, dies at 42
Died in 1888 1888 Highlights

About April 16, 1888

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 136 years, 2 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aries