Historical Events
Execution of Maximilien Robespierre
French Revolutionary figure Maximilien Robespierre and 22 other leaders of "the Terror" guillotined to thunderous cheers in Paris
Famous Birthdays
- Ignaz Bösendorfer, Austrian musician, and piano maker, born in Vienna, Austria (d. 1859)
Famous Deaths
- Georges Couthon, French politician, beheaded at 39
Maximilien Robespierre (1758-1794)
French revolutionary (President of the National Convention, Member of Committee of Public Safety), executed by guillotine at 36
1794 Highlights
About July 28, 1794
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 228 years, 6 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
