Historical Events
- The Imperial Chinese Court issues what is essentially a declaration of war against foreigners in China blaming them for hostilities and giving license to the Boxers for even greater ferocity
Famous Birthdays
- Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, French writer, poet and pioneering aviator (The Little Prince), born in Lyon, France (d. 1944)
Famous Deaths
- Ivan Pervushin, Russian mathematician (number theory), dies at 73
1900 Highlights
About June 29, 1900
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 122 years, 11 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer
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