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What Happened on May 13, 1896

Famous Birthdays

  • Charles Pahud de Mortanges, Dutch equestrian (Olympic gold individual 3 day event 1928, 32; team 3 day event 1924, 28), born in The Hague (d. 1971)

Famous Deaths

  • Nora Perry, American poet, journalist and children's writer, dies (b. 1831)
Died in 1896 1896 Highlights

About May 13, 1896

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 128 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus