What Happened on May 1, 1903

Historical Events

Edward VII Visits Paris

King Edward VII of Great Britain visits Paris, where he is feted in a first step toward improving Anglo-French relations, culminating in the signing of the Entente Cordiale on 8 April, 1904

Famous Deaths

  • Arthur Haygarth, English cricket batsman (Middlesex & Surrey, cricket historian), dies at 77
  • Luigi Arditi, Italian violinist and composer, dies at 80
Died in 1903 1903 Highlights

About May 1, 1903

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 120 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Taurus