Famous Deaths
Leopold von Ranke (1795-1886)
German historian who founded the modern concept of source-based history, dies at 90
Died in 1886 1886 Highlights
About May 23, 1886
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 137 years, 11 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Gemini
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