Historical Events
- "Massacre of Hoornkrans": Curt von François, colonial Governor of German South West Africa (now Nambia), leads attack by 225 Schutztruppe soldiers on Nama leader Hendrik Witbooi's headquarters at Hoornkrans; shelling of the village causes tremendous civilian casualties. Witbooi escapes and wages several months of guerrilla warfare against the German forces.
1893 Highlights
About April 12, 1893
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 130 years, 5 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aries
