Historical Events
Event of Interest
William Howard Taft, former Federal judge, is installed as first governor-general of the Philippines and declares amnesty for all insurgents who take an oath of allegiance
Famous Deaths
- John Fiske [Edmund Fisk Green], American historian and philosopher, dies at 59
- Julian Scott, American artist and Civil War Medal of Honor recipient, dies at 55
1901 Highlights
About July 4, 1901
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 121 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Cancer
