Famous Birthdays
- Adolph Hallis, South African concert pianist, classical and film score composer, and teacher, born in Port Elizabeth, South Africa (d. 1987)
- Mao Dun [Shen Dehong], Chinese writer (Midnight), born in Tongxiang, China (d. 1981)
1896 Highlights
About July 4, 1896
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 126 years, 6 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer