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What Happened on July 28, 1904

Historical Events

  • Interior Minister of Russia, Vyacheslav Plehve is assassinated; as leader of the most reactionary elements of government, he was hated for his repressive policies
  • Rafael Reyes becomes dictator of Colombia after losing Panama

Famous Birthdays

  • Selwyn Lloyd, British politician (Foreign Secretary, 1955-60; Exchequer, 1960-62; Leader of the House of Commons, 1963–64; Speaker of the House of Commons, 1971-76), born in West Kirby, England (d. 1978)

Famous Deaths

  • Vyacheslav von Plehve, Russian Minister of the Interior, killed by Jewish revolutionaries after a bomb is thrown at his carriage, dies at 58
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About July 28, 1904

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 119 years, 11 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo