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What Happened on October 7, 1907

Historical Events


PlaneHenri Farman Wins the Grand Prix d'Aviation

France's Henri Farman flies 30m in a biplane
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Henri Farman crosses the line to win the Grand Prix d'Aviation for the first observed circular flight of 1km
Henri Farman crosses the line to win the Grand Prix d'Aviation for the first observed circular flight of 1km

Famous Birthdays

  • Tutta Rolf, Norwegian actress (Whalers), born in Kristiania, Norway (d. 1994)
  • Víctor Paz Estenssoro, Bolivian politician (d. 2001)
1907 Highlights

About October 7, 1907

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 112 years, 3 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra


What Happened in 1907

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