What happened on 15 August 1897?

Discover what happened on 15 August 1897 in history! This day marks a series of notable events, famous births, and significant deaths. Explore the details below to learn more about the historical happenings of this day. On this day, history comes alive!

Deaths

  • Giacomo Giuseppe Costa (Italian magistrate and politician (1833-1897))
  • Lily Poulett-Harris (Australian cricketer (1873-1897))
  • Vincent Piccioni (French politician (1812-1897))