Famous Deaths
- Karl Freiherr von Stumm-Halberg, German politician and industrialist (richest person in German Empire), dies at 64
- Peter Benoit, Flemish composer (De Leie; Rubens Cantata: Requiem), and conductor, dies at 66
Died in 1901 1901 Highlights
About March 8, 1901
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 123 years, 1 month and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Pisces
