What Happened on November 26, 1896

Historical Events

  • 1st large indoor football game, University of Chicago beats University of Michigan 7-6
  • Amos Alonzo Stagg of University of Chicago creates American football huddle

Famous Deaths

  • Coventry Patmore, English poet and critic (The Angel in the House), dies at 73

About November 26, 1896

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 126 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius