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What Happened on October 5, 1899

Famous Birthdays

  • Bolesław Woytowicz, Polish pianist and composer, born in Dunaivtsi, Ukraine (d. 1980)
  • George, Duke of Mecklenburg, head of the House of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, born in Oranienbaum, Russia (d. 1962)

Famous Deaths

  • Johann Nepomuk Fuchs, Austrian composer, dies at 57
Died in 1899 1899 Highlights

About October 5, 1899

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 124 years, 9 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Libra