Famous Birthdays
- Erich Hückel, German physicist and physical chemist, born in Berlin, German Empire (d. 1980)
- Jean Piaget, Swiss pioneer developmental psychologist and zoologist, born in Neuchâtel, Switzerland (d. 1980)
- Leonide Massine, Russian ballet dancer and choreographer (Diaghilev Ballets Russes, 1914-20), born in Moscow, Russian Empire (d. 1979)
Famous Deaths
- Otto Lilenthal, German aircraft pioneer, killed during a glider test at 48
Died in 1896 1896 Highlights
About August 9, 1896
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo
