What Happened on June 29, 1880

Historical Events

  • France annexes Otaheite (Tahiti)

Famous Birthdays

  • Harry Frazee, American MLB team owner (Boston Red Sox), born in Peoria, Illinois (d. 1929)
  • Ludwig Beck, German general (July 20th plot), born in Biebrich, Germany (d. 1944)

Famous Deaths

  • George Willem Vreede, Dutch lawyer and politician, dies at 71
Died in 1880 1880 Highlights

About June 29, 1880

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 143 years and 10 months
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Cancer