Explosive Background to the Nobel Prize
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Historical Events
- Alfred Jarry's play "Ubu Roi" premieres in Paris
Famous Deaths
Alfred Nobel (1833-1896)
Swedish chemist who invented dynamite and founded the Nobel Prize ceremony on this date, dies at 63
About December 10, 1896
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 7 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius