Historical Events
- 1st observance of Indian (Native American) Day
- 42nd Kentucky Derby: Johnny Loftus aboard George Smith wins in 2:04
- Lafayette Escadrille, an American air force unit under French command comprised of volunteers to fight for France, see first combat at the Battle of Verdun
Famous Deaths
- Sholem Aleichem [Solomon Rabinowitz], Yiddish author and playwright (Fiddler on the Roof, Tevye the Dairyman), dies of tuberculosis at 57
Died in 1916 1916 Highlights
About May 13, 1916
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 107 years, 11 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
