What Happened on January 29, 1905

Historical Events

Nicolas II's Worker Reforms

Tsar Nicolas II of Russia, unsettled by the rising violence and protest, enacts reforms to improve the conditions of workers; these changes will do little to stop disorder throughout Russia in ensuing months

Famous Birthdays

  • Barnett Newmann, American abstract expressionist painter (Black Fire I), born in New York City (d. 1970)

About January 29, 1905

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 119 years, 2 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aquarius