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What Happened on April 29, 1916

Historical Events

Easter Proclamation of 1916

Irish republicans abandon the post office in Dublin and surrender unconditionally, marking the end of the Easter Rising

Famous Deaths

  • Jørgen Pedersen Gram, Danish mathematician (Gram-Schmidt process), dies at 65
Died in 1916 1916 Highlights

About April 29, 1916

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 108 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes

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