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What Happened on August 13, 1898

Historical Events

Capture of Manila

US forces under Admiral George Dewey capture Manila during Spanish–American War

Famous Birthdays

Jean Borotra (1898-1994)

French tennis player (Wimbledon 1924, 26), born in Biarritz, France

  • Regis Toomey, American actor (Burke's Law, Petticoat Junction), born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (d. 1991)

About August 13, 1898

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 10 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo