What Happened on April 29, 1901

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