What happened on 28 June 1917?

Discover what happened on 28 June 1917 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

  • Ernst Pringsheim (German physicist (1859–1917))
  • Sven Berggren (Swedish botanist (1837-1917))
  • Frank Bernard Wearne (Victoria Cross Recipient (1894-1917))
  • George Christopher Molesworth Birdwood (Anglo-Indian official, naturalist, and writer (1832–1917))
  • János Csiky
  • Frédéric Montargis
  • Letitia Simeon ((died 1917))
  • Abraham Stansfield (British botanist, poet and author (1837-1917))
  • Ludwig Sassé (Prussian District Administrator and Privy Councillor)
  • James Millar (British KC)
  • Salomon Kusznitzki (rabbi)
  • Hubert De Saedeleer