What Happened on October 6, 1849

Historical Events

  • The execution of the 13 Martyrs of Arad after the Hungarian war of independence

Famous Birthdays

  • Basil Zaharoff, Greek arms dealer (merchant of death), born in Muğla, Turkey (d. 1936)

Famous Deaths

  • Lajos, Count Batthyany, 1st Prime Minister of Hungary, executed by firing squad at 42
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About October 6, 1849

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 174 years, 6 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra