Famous Birthdays
- David Wynne, Welsh composer (Owain ab Urien), born in Penderyn, Wales (d. 1983)
Famous Deaths
- Samori Ture, Muslim leader of the Wassoulou Empire (1878-98), dies in captivity at 69 or 70
Died in 1900 1900 Highlights
About June 2, 1900
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 123 years, 10 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini