Famous Birthdays
- Andrei Zjdanov, Russian politician (against kosmopolitism), born in Mariupol, Russian Empire (d. 1948)
- Eduard Flipse, Dutch conductor and composer, born in Wissenkerke, Netherlands (d. 1973)
Famous Deaths
- Arsène Houssaye, French novelist and poet, dies at 80
1896 Highlights
About February 26, 1896
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 7 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces
