Famous Birthdays
- Thomas Beecham, English conductor (co-founded and led London Philharmonic, 1932-39; Royal Philharmonic, 1946-60), born in St Helens, Lancashire, England (d. 1961)
Famous Deaths
- Douglas H. Cooper, American Brigadier General (Confederate Army), dies at 63
Died in 1879 1879 Highlights
About April 29, 1879
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 145 years and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
