What Happened on March 24, 1899

Historical Events

  • 61st Grand National: George Williamson aboard 1897 winner Manifesto wins by 4 lengths from Ford Of Fyne

Famous Deaths

  • Billy Barnes, English cricket all-rounder (21 Tests, 1 x 100, HS 134, 51 wickets, BB 6/28; Nottinghamshire CCC), dies at 46
Died in 1899 1899 Highlights

About March 24, 1899

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 1 month and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aries