Famous Deaths
Friedrich Engels (1820-1895)
German social philosopher and revolutionary socialist who co-authored "The Communist Manifesto" with Karl Marx, dies of throat cancer at 74
1895 Highlights
About August 5, 1895
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 7 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo
