What Happened on July 4, 1891

Historical Events

Wimbledon Men's Tennis

Wimbledon Men's Tennis: Wilfred Baddeley wins first of 3 Wimbledon singles championships; beats Joshua Pim 6-4, 1-6, 7-5, 6-0

Famous Deaths

  • Frédérick Louis Ritter, French composer, add eductator (Vassar, 1867-91), dies at 67
  • Hannibal Hamlin, American attorney and 15th Vice President of U.S. (1861-65), dies at 81
Died in 1891 1891 Highlights

About July 4, 1891

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 132 years, 9 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer