What Happened on January 29, 1896

Historical Events

  • American Emile Grubbe is the first doctor to use radiation treatment for breast cancer

Famous Birthdays

  • Teddy Hoad, West Indies cricket batsman, captain (4 Tests; Barbados), born in Richmond, Saint Michael, Barbados (d. 1986)

About January 29, 1896

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 128 years, 2 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aquarius