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What Happened on March 5, 1899

Historical Events

  • 1st performance of Edward MacDowell's 2nd Concerto in D

Famous Birthdays

  • Patrick Hadley, English composer (La Belle Dame sans merci; The Hills), pedagogue, and conductor, born in Cambridge, England (d. 1973)

About March 5, 1899

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces