How Portugal Lost Its Monarchy
![A seemingly well-fed Carlos (left) at a shooting party, thought to be in the 1890s](https://www.onthisday.com/images/articles/king-carlos-i-of-portugal.jpg)
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Historical Events
- King Carlos I of Portugal and his heir, Prince Luis Filipe are assassinated by Republican sympathizers in Terreiro do Paco, Lisbon
Famous Birthdays
- Albie Booth, American College Football Hall of Fame halfback (Yale University), born in New Haven, Connecticut (d. 1959)
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Famous Deaths
- Carlos I, King of Portugal (1889-1908), assassinated by Republican sympathisers at 44
About February 1, 1908
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 116 years, 5 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius