What Happened on October 6, 1905

Famous Birthdays

Helen Wills Moody (1905-1998)

American tennis player (19 Grand Slam titles), born in Centerville California

Famous Deaths

  • Ferdinand von Richthofen, German geographer and explorer, dies at 72
1905 Highlights

About October 6, 1905

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 118 years, 5 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

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