Historical Events
- American athlete Robert Garrett wins the throwing double at the Athens Olympics by taking out the shot putt (11.22m); wins the discus the previous day
First Olympic 1500m
Australian athlete Edwin Flack wins gold in the first Olympic 1500m final at inaugural modern Games in Athens; goes on to win 800m two days later
Famous Birthdays
- Benny Leonard, American boxer (world lightweight title 1917-25), born in New York City (d. 1947)
About April 7, 1896
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 128 years and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aries
