Historical Events
- First (known) recording of classical music made, Handel's "Israel in Egypt" on wax cylinder
Famous Birthdays
- Joseph "Squizzy" Taylor, Australian gangster, born in Brighton, Victoria (d. 1927)
Famous Deaths
- John Baillie McIntosh, American Brevet Major General (Union Army), dies at 59
Died in 1888 1888 Highlights
About June 29, 1888
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 9 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer
