What Happened on October 5, 1905

Historical Events

Flyer III Flies a Circle

Orville and Wilbur Wright's make a circling flight on "Flyer III" of 24.2 miles (38.9 kms) in 39 minutes and 23 seconds

Famous Birthdays

  • Harriet E MacGibbon, American actress, born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 1987)
  • John Hoyt, [Hoysradt] American stage and screen actor (Mercury Theatre; Gimme a Break!; Tom, Dick & Mary), and comedian, born in Bronxville, New York (d. 1991)

About October 5, 1905

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 118 years, 6 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Libra