What Happened on November 13, 1902

Historical Events

Heart of Darkness

"Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad is first published in one volume (previously serialized) by William Blackwood in Edinburgh

Famous Birthdays

  • Gustav von Koenigswald, German-Dutch paleontologist (found Pithecanthropus erectus), born in Berlin, Germany (d. 1982)
  • Sid Stone, American comedian (Milton Berle Show), born in New York City (d. 1986)

Famous Deaths

  • Evander McNair, American Brigadier General (Confederate Army), dies at 82
Died in 1902 1902 Highlights

About November 13, 1902

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 121 years, 5 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Scorpio