What Happened on January 15, 1895

Historical Events

  • Australian cricket spin bowler Albert Trott takes 8-43 on debut to end England's 2nd innings at 143 in 3rd Test in Adelaide; Australia wins by 382 in 4 days
  • French fleet reaches Majunga, Madagascar

Famous Birthdays

  • Artturi Ilmari Virtanen, Finnish chemist, Nobel laureate (d. 1973)

About January 15, 1895

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 129 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Capricorn