What Happened on August 30, 1905

Historical Events

Ty Cobb Debuts

Detroit Tigers future Baseball HOF center fielder Ty Cobb makes his MLB debut, doubling off Jack Chesbro in a 5-3 win over the NY Highlanders at Bennett Park, Detroit

  • Pogoro/Ngindo attack Fort Mahenge in German East-Africa

About August 30, 1905

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 118 years, 7 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Virgo