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What Happened on August 13, 1888

Famous Birthdays

  • Gleb W. Derujinsky, Russian-American sculptor, born in Smolensk, Russia (d. 1975)

John Logie Baird (1888-1946)

Scottish inventor and father of the television, born in Helensburgh, Scotland


About August 13, 1888

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo