Historical Events
- Peter O'Connor of Ireland, sets the first officially recognised world long jump record at 24' 11 3/4" in Dublin, Ireland
Famous Birthdays
- Claude Autant-Lara, French film director (Four Bags Full, Rouge et noir), born in Luzarches, Val-d'Oise, France (d. 2000)
- Juan Carlos Paz, Argentine composer, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina (d. 1972)
Famous Deaths
- Victoria, Empress of Germany and Queen of Prussia by marriage to German Emperor Frederick III, dies at 60
Died in 1901 1901 Highlights
About August 5, 1901
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 122 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
