Historical Events
- 27th Kentucky Derby: Jimmy Winkfield on His Eminence wins in 2:07.75
- Antisemitic riot in Budapest
Famous Birthdays
- G. O. Sayles, English historian, born in Chesterfield, England (d. 1994)
Hirohito (1901-1989)
124th Emperor of Japan (1926-89), born in Aoyama Palace, Tokyo
About April 29, 1901
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 122 years, 11 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus