Historical Events
Battle of the Somme
Adolf Hitler is wounded in the left thigh by an exploding shell during the Battle of the Somme
Famous Birthdays
- Douglas Ranger, British surgeon, born in Furness, Lancashire (d. 1997)
About October 5, 1916
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 107 years, 6 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra