Famous Birthdays
- Charles Pahud de Mortanges, Dutch equestrian (Olympic gold individual 3 day event 1928, 32; team 3 day event 1924, 28), born in The Hague (d. 1971)
Famous Deaths
- Nora Perry, American poet, journalist and children's writer, dies (b. 1831)
1896 Highlights
About May 13, 1896
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 10 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus