The Seventh Crusade is defeated in Egypt, and Louis IX of France is captured
The Seventh Crusade (1248–1254) was the first of the two Crusades led by Louis IX of France.
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Edict of Nantes grants political rights to French Huguenots
The Edict of Nantes was an edict signed in April 1598 by King Henry IV of France that granted the Calvinist Protestants of France, also known as Huguenots, substantial rights in the nation, which was…
First Pony Express rider reaches Sacramento, California
The Pony Express was an American express mail service that used relays of horse-mounted riders between Missouri and California.
Abyssinian War ends as British and Indian troops capture Magdala and Ethiopian Emperor Tewodros II commits suicide
Abyssinian War ends as British and Indian troops capture Magdala and Ethiopian Emperor Tewodros II commits suicide
Apollo 13 announces, "Okay, Houston, we've had a problem here" after a Beech-built oxygen tank exploded en route to the
Apollo 13 announces, "Okay, Houston, we've had a problem here" after a Beech-built oxygen tank exploded en route to the Moon
36th Academy Awards: "Tom Jones" (Best Film), Patricia Neal (Hud), and Sidney Poitier (Lilies of the Field) win; Poitier
36th Academy Awards: "Tom Jones" (Best Film), Patricia Neal (Hud), and Sidney Poitier (Lilies of the Field) win; Poitier is the first Black actor in a leading role to win a competitive Oscar
George Frideric Handel's oratorio "Messiah" is performed for the first time at the New Music Hall in Dublin
Messiah (HWV 56) is an English-language oratorio composed in 1741 by George Frideric Handel. The text was compiled from the King James Bible and the Coverdale Psalter by Charles Jennens.
Stan Musial scores his 1,869th run, setting a new National League record
Stan Musial scores his 1,869th run, setting a new National League record
"Law & Order" actor Benjamin Bratt (38) weds actress-model Talisa Soto (35) in San Francisco, California
"Law & Order" actor Benjamin Bratt (38) weds actress-model Talisa Soto (35) in San Francisco, California
American actor Michael Biehn (52) weds third wife, American actress Jennifer Blanc (35)
American actor Michael Biehn (52) weds third wife, American actress Jennifer Blanc (35)
"New Girl" actress Hannah Simone (36) weds musician Jesse Giddings in a secret ceremony
"New Girl" actress Hannah Simone (36) weds musician Jesse Giddings in a secret ceremony
Nelson Mandela announces he will seek divorce from Winnie Madikizela
Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela-Mandela (born Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela; 26 September 1936 – 2 April 2018), also known as Winnie Mandela, was a South African politician, anti-apartheid…
Best view of Halley's Comet in 2,000 years
Halley's Comet is the only known short-period comet that is consistently visible to the naked eye from Earth, appearing every 72–80 years, though with the majority of recorded apparitions (25 of 30)...
Battle of Abydos: Byzantine Emperor Basil II defeats and kills rebel general Bardas Phokas, ending his rebellion
Battle of Abydos: Byzantine Emperor Basil II defeats and kills rebel general Bardas Phokas, ending his rebellion
Ransom of 48,000 pounds is paid to Vikings, led by Thorkell the Tall, for the liberation of Canterbury, after a raid on
Ransom of 48,000 pounds is paid to Vikings, led by Thorkell the Tall, for the liberation of Canterbury, after a raid on the city and the capture of Alphege [Aelfheah] Archbishop of Canterbury
German Bishop Gebhard of Dollnstein-Hirschberg named Pope Victor II
Pope Victor II (1018 – 28 July 1057), born Gebhard von Dollnstein-Hirschberg, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 13 April 1055 until his death in 1057.
Papal bull "In nomine Domini" (In the Name of the Lord) issued by Pope Nicholas II establishing popes elected by Bishops
Papal bull "In nomine Domini" (In the Name of the Lord) issued by Pope Nicholas II establishing popes elected by Bishops and Cardinals not appointed by their predecessor
Diet of Gelnhausen; Henry the Lion deprived of the Duchy of Saxony
Diet of Gelnhausen; Henry the Lion deprived of the Duchy of Saxony
Crusaders occupy Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade
The Fourth Crusade (1202–1204) was a Latin Christian armed expedition called by Pope Innocent III.
The Grand Union of the Augustinian order formed when Pope Alexander IV issues papal bull Licet ecclesiae catholicae
The Grand Union of the Augustinian order formed when Pope Alexander IV issues papal bull Licet ecclesiae catholicae
Pope Clement VI declares German emperor Louis of Bavaria, envoy
Pope Clement VI declares German emperor Louis of Bavaria, envoy
Ottoman army occupies Cairo
Ottoman Egypt was an administrative division of the Ottoman Empire after the conquest of Mamluk Egypt by the Ottomans in 1517.
Portuguese converted Christian Marranos who revert to Judaism burned by order of Pope
Portuguese converted Christian Marranos who revert to Judaism burned by order of Pope
English Short Parliament forms (till May 5)
The Long Parliament was an English Parliament which nominally lasted from 1640 until 1660, making it the longest-lasting Parliament in English and British history.
Dutch people protest poor quality of bread
Dutch people protest poor quality of bread
France defeats a European alliance in the Battle of Bergen
Great Britain was one of the major participants in the Seven Years' War, which for Britain in fact lasted nine years, between 1754 and 1763.
The Roman Catholic Relief Act passed by the British Parliament; it was the culmination of the process of Catholic Emanci
The Roman Catholic Relief Act passed by the British Parliament; it was the culmination of the process of Catholic Emancipation throughout the UK.
HMS Beagle anchors at river mouth of Rio Santa Cruz, Patagonia
HMS Beagle anchors at river mouth of Rio Santa Cruz, Patagonia
William Henry Lane ("Juda") perfects tap dance
William Henry Lane ("Juda") perfects tap dance
Lord Rosse successfully casts 72" (183-cm) mirror for a telescope
Lord Rosse successfully casts 72" (183-cm) mirror for a telescope
Battle of Irish Bend, Louisiana (Fort Bisland)
The Battle of Irish Bend, also known as Nerson's Woods or Franklin, took place during the American Civil War.
Raleigh, North Carolina, captured by Union forces
Raleigh is the capital city of the U.S. state of North Carolina. It is the second-most populous city in the state (after Charlotte), tenth most populous city in the Southeast, the largest city in the...
Metropolitan Museum of Art forms in NYC, opening in the Dodworth Building at 681 Fifth Avenue
Metropolitan Museum of Art forms in NYC, opening in the Dodworth Building at 681 Fifth Avenue
Colfax Massacre in Grant Parish, Louisiana (60 blacks killed)
The Colfax massacre, sometimes referred to as the Colfax riot, occurred on Easter Sunday, April 13, 1873, in Colfax, Louisiana, the parish seat of Grant Parish.
Anti-Semitic League forms in Prussia
Anti-Semitic League forms in Prussia
US prospector Alfred Packer convicted of manslaughter though accused of cannibalism
Alfred Griner Packer (January 21, 1842 – April 23, 1907), also known as the "Colorado Cannibal", was an American prospector and self-proclaimed wilderness guide who confessed to cannibalism during...
A squadron of the Russian fleet is decoyed out of Port Arthur by Japanese maneuvers, when they realize they are sailing
A squadron of the Russian fleet is decoyed out of Port Arthur by Japanese maneuvers, when they realize they are sailing into a trap; their battleship Petropavlovsk hits a mine and sinks, with a loss of 700 men
Mutiny on Portuguese battleships Dom Carlos & Vasco da Gama
Mutiny on Portuguese battleships Dom Carlos & Vasco da Gama
Groundbreaking for Philadelphia's Shibe Park, home of MLB Athletics (AL), 1909-54, MLB Phillies (NL), 1938-70, and NFL E
Groundbreaking for Philadelphia's Shibe Park, home of MLB Athletics (AL), 1909-54, MLB Phillies (NL), 1938-70, and NFL Eagles, 1940-57
In Constantinople the primarily Albanian First Army Corps seizes the parliament building and telegraphs offices, forcing
In Constantinople the primarily Albanian First Army Corps seizes the parliament building and telegraphs offices, forcing the Ottoman statesman Hilmi Pasha to resign
Polo Grounds grandstand & left field bleachers go up in flames in Manhattan, New York City
Polo Grounds grandstand & left field bleachers go up in flames in Manhattan, New York City
Royal Flying Corps forms (later Royal Air Force)
Royal Flying Corps forms (later Royal Air Force)
1st Federal League Game: Baltimore Terrapins beat Buffalo Blues 3-2
1st Federal League Game: Baltimore Terrapins beat Buffalo Blues 3-2
Electrical fire kills 38 mental patients at Oklahoma State Hospital
Electrical fire kills 38 mental patients at Oklahoma State Hospital
British troops open fire on demonstrators in Amritsar, India, killing 350
British troops open fire on demonstrators in Amritsar, India, killing 350
1st woman US Civil Service Commissioner, Helen Hamilton appointed
1st woman US Civil Service Commissioner, Helen Hamilton appointed
Foundation of the Spanish Communist Workers' Party.
The Communist Party of Spain (Spanish: Partido Comunista de España; PCE) is a communist party in Spain.
US Army wins 1st college three-weapon fencing championships
US Army wins 1st college three-weapon fencing championships
Greek plebiscite for a republic
A referendum on remaining a republic was held in Greece on 13 April 1924. It followed the catastrophic outcome of the Asia Minor Campaign.
Virginia Theater (ANTA, Guild) opens at 245 W 52nd St NYC
Virginia Theater (ANTA, Guild) opens at 245 W 52nd St NYC
Stanley Cup Final, Ottawa Auditorium, Ottawa, ON: Ottawa Senators beat Boston Bruins, 3-1 for a 2-0-2 series win
The Ottawa Senators were an ice hockey team based in Ottawa, which existed from 1883 to 1954.
1st trans atlantic flight Europe-US (Fitzmaurice-von Hunefeld-Köhl)
1st trans atlantic flight Europe-US (Fitzmaurice-von Hunefeld-Köhl)
1st flight over Mount Everest (Lord Clydesdale)
1st flight over Mount Everest (Lord Clydesdale)
4.7 million US families report receiving welfare payments
4.7 million US families report receiving welfare payments
Ioannis Metaxas becomes Prime Minister of Greece
Ioannis Metaxas was a Greek military officer and politician who was the dictator of Greece from 1936 until his death in 1941.
Clifford Goldsmith's play "What a Life" premieres at The Biltmore Theater, NYC
Clifford Goldsmith's play "What a Life" premieres at The Biltmore Theater, NYC
The Hindustani Lal Sena (Indian Red Army) is formed and vows to engage in armed struggle against the British.
The Hindustani Lal Sena (Indian Red Army) is formed and vows to engage in armed struggle against the British.
American athlete Cornelius "Dutch" Warmerdam, using a bamboo pole, becomes 1st man to pole vault 15 ft, at University of
American athlete Cornelius "Dutch" Warmerdam, using a bamboo pole, becomes 1st man to pole vault 15 ft, at University of California, Berkeley
Heavy German assault on Tobruk
Tobruk ( tə-BRUUK, toh-BRUUK; Arabic: طبرق, romanized: Ṭubruq; Italian: Tobruch) is a port city on Libya's eastern Mediterranean coast, near the border with Egypt.
Catholic University Nijegen closes
Catholic University Nijegen closes
New Zealand and the Soviet Union establish diplomatic relations
The Ambassador from New Zealand to the Soviet Union was New Zealand's foremost diplomatic representative in the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, and in charge of New Zealand's diplomatic mission...
Canadian soldier Léo Major single-handedly liberates Dutch town of Zwolle by fooling Germans into thinking a raid had be
Canadian soldier Léo Major single-handedly liberates Dutch town of Zwolle by fooling Germans into thinking a raid had begun
Belgian Prime Minister Acker proclaims wage & price freeze ended
Belgian Prime Minister Acker proclaims wage & price freeze ended
Hadassah Convoy Massacre: Vehicles bringing Jewish staff and medical supplies to Hadassah Hospital and University on Mou
Hadassah Convoy Massacre: Vehicles bringing Jewish staff and medical supplies to Hadassah Hospital and University on Mount Scopus, Jerusalem attacked by Arab forces; 79 killed by bombs, grenades, and sniper fire
During a lecture at the Mayo Clinic, Philip S. Hench reveals positive results of clinical trials using cortisone to trea
During a lecture at the Mayo Clinic, Philip S. Hench reveals positive results of clinical trials using cortisone to treat rheumatoid arthritis
1st game of Milwaukee Braves, they beat Cincinnati Reds 2-0
The Milwaukee Braves were a Major League Baseball club that played in Milwaukee, from 1953 to 1965, having previously played in Boston, Massachusetts, as the Boston Braves.
Baltimore Orioles 1st game, loses to Tigers in Detroit 3-0
The Baltimore Orioles are an American professional baseball team based in Baltimore. The Orioles compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) East Division.
20.33" (51.64 cm) of rainfall, Axis, Alabama (then state record, eclipsed in 1997)
20.33" (51.64 cm) of rainfall, Axis, Alabama (then state record, eclipsed in 1997)
KETA TV channel 13 in Oklahoma City, OK (PBS) begins broadcasting
KETA TV channel 13 in Oklahoma City, OK (PBS) begins broadcasting
11th Tony Awards: "Long Day's Journey into Night" (play) & "My Fair Lady" (musical) win
The 11th Annual Tony Awards took place at the Waldorf-Astoria Grand Ballroom on April 21, 1957. The Master of Ceremonies was Bud Collyer.
12th Tony Awards: "Sunrise at Campobello" (play) and "The Music Man" (musical) win
The 12th Annual Tony Awards took place at the Waldorf-Astoria Grand Ballroom on April 13, 1958. Bud Collyer was the Master of Ceremonies.
USAF launches Discoverer II into polar orbit
USAF launches Discoverer II into polar orbit
US Department of Defense places "Transit 1B", 1st navigational satellite, in orbit around Earth
US Department of Defense places "Transit 1B", 1st navigational satellite, in orbit around Earth
UN General Assembly condemns South-Africa's apartheid
Apartheid ( ə-PART-(h)yte, especially South African English: ə-PART-(h)ayt, Afrikaans: [aˈpart (ɦ)əit] ; transl. "separateness", lit. 'aparthood') was a system of institutionalised racial segregation...
1st US Senate black page, Lawrence W Bradford Jr, 16, appointed by New York Senator Jacob Javits
1st US Senate black page, Lawrence W Bradford Jr, 16, appointed by New York Senator Jacob Javits
Pan Am places $525,000,000 order for 25 Boeing 747s
Pan Am places $525,000,000 order for 25 Boeing 747s
Closure of the Brisbane tramway network.
The Brisbane tramway network served the city of Brisbane, Australia, between 1885 and 1969. It ran on standard gauge track.
1st baseball players' strike ends after 13 days
1st baseball players' strike ends after 13 days
Chad military coup by General Odingar
On 13 April 1975, a military coup d'état deposed and killed Chadian president François Tombalbaye, replacing him by a military council. The most important factor leading up to the coup was a growing...
1st NBA playoff game for Cleveland Cavliers, they lose 100-95 to Washington
1st NBA playoff game for Cleveland Cavliers, they lose 100-95 to Washington
Jackson slugs a 3-run HR in the 1st inning, & the field is showered
Jackson slugs a 3-run HR in the 1st inning, & the field is showered
Christian Turks occupy St Jansbasiliek
Christian Turks occupy St Jansbasiliek
US and its allies boycott the Summer Olympics in Moscow in protest against Russia's invasion of Afghanistan
The Summer Olympic Games, also known as the Summer Olympics or the Games of the Olympiad, are a major international multi-sport event normally held once every four years.
Pulitzer prize awarded to Beth Henley for "Crimes of the Heart"
The Pulitzer Prizes for 1981 were announced on April 13, 1981. The winner in each category is listed first, in bold, followed by the other finalists.
Undefeated middleweight boxer Tony Ayala gets 35 years on sex assault
Undefeated middleweight boxer Tony Ayala gets 35 years on sex assault
11th NASA Space Shuttle Mission (41C): Challenger 5 returns to Earth
11th NASA Space Shuttle Mission (41C): Challenger 5 returns to Earth
"TASS" denounces US boycott of Moscow Olympics
The boycott of the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles followed four years after the American-led boycott of the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow.
Boston Celtics end season with a 40-1 home win record
The 1985–86 Boston Celtics season was the 40th season of the Boston Celtics in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
1st 3 San Diego Padres hit HRs off SF starter Roger Mason
1st 3 San Diego Padres hit HRs off SF starter Roger Mason
Italian government of Ciriaco De Mita forms
Luigi Ciriaco De Mita was an Italian politician and statesman who served as Prime Minister of Italy from April 1988 to July 1989.
4th largest NBA crowd (45,458) see Orlando play at Minneapolis
4th largest NBA crowd (45,458) see Orlando play at Minneapolis
BPAA US Open by Pete Weber
BPAA US Open by Pete Weber
American Airlines reduce its 1st-class fares 20%-50%
American Airlines reduce its 1st-class fares 20%-50%
Yankees beat the Mets 2-0
Yankees beat the Mets 2-0
En route to NHL record 62 victories Detroit Red Wings win #61
The Detroit Red Wings are a professional ice hockey team based in Detroit. The Red Wings compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference.
48th time opposing pitchers hit HRs, Carlos Perez (Mon)/Darren Holmes
48th time opposing pitchers hit HRs, Carlos Perez (Mon)/Darren Holmes
Pedro Carmona, interim president of Venezuela, resigns one day after taking office
Pedro Carmona, interim president of Venezuela, resigns one day after taking office
Powerful tornadoes rip through Iowa City, Iowa.
Powerful tornadoes rip through Iowa City, Iowa.
20 civilians are killed by the government bombing of Saraqib, Idlib
20 civilians are killed by the government bombing of Saraqib, Idlib
Kenyan Wilson Kipsang wins the London Marathon
Wilson Kipsang Kiprotich is a Kenyan long-distance runner who competes primarily in the marathon.
Australian super-horse Winx ends extraordinary career with a 3rd Queen Elizabeth Stakes win in Sydney; 33 consecutive ra
Australian super-horse Winx ends extraordinary career with a 3rd Queen Elizabeth Stakes win in Sydney; 33 consecutive race wins, a world record 25 Group One victories and $26.4 million prize money
US, South Africa and the EU authorities temporarily stop administrating Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines after six wo
US, South Africa and the EU authorities temporarily stop administrating Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines after six women developed blood clots (out of 6.8 million)
At least 448 people killed after heavy rains and flooding in KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa, "one of the worst wea
At least 448 people killed after heavy rains and flooding in KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa, "one of the worst weather storms in the history of our country" according to authorities [1]
American F.B.I. arrests 21-year-old member of Massachusetts Air National Guard for leaking classified documents, includi
American F.B.I. arrests 21-year-old member of Massachusetts Air National Guard for leaking classified documents, including national security secrets, on an online gaming chat group [1]
Iran launches a strike on Israel with 300 drones and missiles in retaliation for the bombing of its embassy in Damascus
Iran launches a strike on Israel with 300 drones and missiles in retaliation for the bombing of its embassy in Damascus - almost all shot down [1]
Russian missile strike hits Ukrainian city of Sumy, killing at least 34 people and injuring more than 100 in the worst a
Russian missile strike hits Ukrainian city of Sumy, killing at least 34 people and injuring more than 100 in the worst attack on civilians in 2025 so far [1]
Famous Births on April 13
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Thomas Jefferson is born
Thomas Jefferson, American founding father & president, known for primary author of the declaration of independence; 3rd us president, was born on 1743-04-13.
birth
Butch Cassidy is born
Butch Cassidy, American old west outlaw, known for american old west outlaw, was born on 1866-04-13.
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Christopher Hitchens is born
Christopher Hitchens, American american author and journalist, known for british and american author and journalist, was born on 1949-04-13.
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Don Adams is born
Don Adams, American actor, known for american actor, was born on 1923-04-13. Donald James Yarmy (April 13, 1923 – September 25, 2005), known professionally as Don Adams, was an American actor.
birth
Jonathan Brandis is born
Jonathan Brandis, American actor, known for american actor, was born on 1976-04-13. Jonathan Gregory Brandis (April 13, 1976 – November 12, 2003) was an American actor.
birth
Ron Perlman is born
Ron Perlman actor, known for american actor, was born on 1951-04-13. Ronald N. Perlman is an American actor.
birth
Al Green is born
Al Green, American musician, known for american soul singer, songwriter and pastor, was born on 1947-04-13.
birth
Lou Bega is born
Lou Bega, German musician, known for german singer, was born on 1976-04-13. David Lubega Balemezi, known professionally as Lou Bega, is a German singer. His 1999 song "Mambo No.
birth
Garry Kasparov is born
Garry Kasparov, Russian athlete, known for russian chess grandmaster, was born on 1964-04-13.
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Davis Love III is born
Davis Love III is born
birth
Robert Watson-Watt is born
Robert Watson-Watt, Scottish physicist who pioneered radio direction-finding and radar, known for scottish physicist who pioneered radio direction-finding and radar, was born on 1892-04-13.
birth
Brigitte Macron is born
Brigitte Macron, French wife of emmanuel macron, known for wife of emmanuel macron, was born on 1954-04-13. Brigitte Marie-Claude Macron is a French former teacher.
Notable Deaths on April 13
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on April 13, 1250?
- The Seventh Crusade (1248–1254) was the first of the two Crusades led by Louis IX of France.
- What happened on April 13, 1598?
- The Edict of Nantes was an edict signed in April 1598 by King Henry IV of France that granted the Calvinist Protestants of France, also known as Huguenots, substantial rights in the nation, which was…
- What happened on April 13, 1860?
- The Pony Express was an American express mail service that used relays of horse-mounted riders between Missouri and California.
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- Abyssinian War ends as British and Indian troops capture Magdala and Ethiopian Emperor Tewodros II commits suicide
- What happened on April 13, 1970?
- Apollo 13 announces, "Okay, Houston, we've had a problem here" after a Beech-built oxygen tank exploded en route to the Moon
Complete Timeline — April 13 Through the Ages
Best view of Halley's Comet in 2,000 years
Halley's Comet is the only known short-period comet that is consistently visible to the naked eye from Earth, appearing every 72–80 years, though with the majority of recorded apparitions (25 of 30)...
Battle of Abydos: Byzantine Emperor Basil II defeats and kills rebel general Bardas Phokas, ending his rebellion
Battle of Abydos: Byzantine Emperor Basil II defeats and kills rebel general Bardas Phokas, ending his rebellion
Ransom of 48,000 pounds is paid to Vikings, led by Thorkell the Tall, for the liberation of Canterbury, after a raid on
Ransom of 48,000 pounds is paid to Vikings, led by Thorkell the Tall, for the liberation of Canterbury, after a raid on the city and the capture of Alphege [Aelfheah] Archbishop of Canterbury
German Bishop Gebhard of Dollnstein-Hirschberg named Pope Victor II
Pope Victor II (1018 – 28 July 1057), born Gebhard von Dollnstein-Hirschberg, was the head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 13 April 1055 until his death in 1057.
Papal bull "In nomine Domini" (In the Name of the Lord) issued by Pope Nicholas II establishing popes elected by Bishops
Papal bull "In nomine Domini" (In the Name of the Lord) issued by Pope Nicholas II establishing popes elected by Bishops and Cardinals not appointed by their predecessor
Diet of Gelnhausen; Henry the Lion deprived of the Duchy of Saxony
Diet of Gelnhausen; Henry the Lion deprived of the Duchy of Saxony
Crusaders occupy Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade
The Fourth Crusade (1202–1204) was a Latin Christian armed expedition called by Pope Innocent III.
The Seventh Crusade is defeated in Egypt, and Louis IX of France is captured
The Seventh Crusade (1248–1254) was the first of the two Crusades led by Louis IX of France.
The Grand Union of the Augustinian order formed when Pope Alexander IV issues papal bull Licet ecclesiae catholicae
The Grand Union of the Augustinian order formed when Pope Alexander IV issues papal bull Licet ecclesiae catholicae
Pope Clement VI declares German emperor Louis of Bavaria, envoy
Pope Clement VI declares German emperor Louis of Bavaria, envoy
Ottoman army occupies Cairo
Ottoman Egypt was an administrative division of the Ottoman Empire after the conquest of Mamluk Egypt by the Ottomans in 1517.
Portuguese converted Christian Marranos who revert to Judaism burned by order of Pope
Portuguese converted Christian Marranos who revert to Judaism burned by order of Pope
Edict of Nantes grants political rights to French Huguenots
The Edict of Nantes was an edict signed in April 1598 by King Henry IV of France that granted the Calvinist Protestants of France, also known as Huguenots, substantial rights in the nation, which was…
English Short Parliament forms (till May 5)
The Long Parliament was an English Parliament which nominally lasted from 1640 until 1660, making it the longest-lasting Parliament in English and British history.
Dutch people protest poor quality of bread
Dutch people protest poor quality of bread
George Frideric Handel's oratorio "Messiah" is performed for the first time at the New Music Hall in Dublin
Messiah (HWV 56) is an English-language oratorio composed in 1741 by George Frideric Handel. The text was compiled from the King James Bible and the Coverdale Psalter by Charles Jennens.
Thomas Jefferson is born
Thomas Jefferson, American founding father & president, known for primary author of the declaration of independence; 3rd us president, was born on 1743-04-13.
France defeats a European alliance in the Battle of Bergen
Great Britain was one of the major participants in the Seven Years' War, which for Britain in fact lasted nine years, between 1754 and 1763.
The Roman Catholic Relief Act passed by the British Parliament; it was the culmination of the process of Catholic Emanci
The Roman Catholic Relief Act passed by the British Parliament; it was the culmination of the process of Catholic Emancipation throughout the UK.
HMS Beagle anchors at river mouth of Rio Santa Cruz, Patagonia
HMS Beagle anchors at river mouth of Rio Santa Cruz, Patagonia
William Henry Lane ("Juda") perfects tap dance
William Henry Lane ("Juda") perfects tap dance
Lord Rosse successfully casts 72" (183-cm) mirror for a telescope
Lord Rosse successfully casts 72" (183-cm) mirror for a telescope
First Pony Express rider reaches Sacramento, California
The Pony Express was an American express mail service that used relays of horse-mounted riders between Missouri and California.
Battle of Irish Bend, Louisiana (Fort Bisland)
The Battle of Irish Bend, also known as Nerson's Woods or Franklin, took place during the American Civil War.
Raleigh, North Carolina, captured by Union forces
Raleigh is the capital city of the U.S. state of North Carolina. It is the second-most populous city in the state (after Charlotte), tenth most populous city in the Southeast, the largest city in the...
Butch Cassidy is born
Butch Cassidy, American old west outlaw, known for american old west outlaw, was born on 1866-04-13.
Abyssinian War ends as British and Indian troops capture Magdala and Ethiopian Emperor Tewodros II commits suicide
Abyssinian War ends as British and Indian troops capture Magdala and Ethiopian Emperor Tewodros II commits suicide
Metropolitan Museum of Art forms in NYC, opening in the Dodworth Building at 681 Fifth Avenue
Metropolitan Museum of Art forms in NYC, opening in the Dodworth Building at 681 Fifth Avenue
Colfax Massacre in Grant Parish, Louisiana (60 blacks killed)
The Colfax massacre, sometimes referred to as the Colfax riot, occurred on Easter Sunday, April 13, 1873, in Colfax, Louisiana, the parish seat of Grant Parish.
Anti-Semitic League forms in Prussia
Anti-Semitic League forms in Prussia
US prospector Alfred Packer convicted of manslaughter though accused of cannibalism
Alfred Griner Packer (January 21, 1842 – April 23, 1907), also known as the "Colorado Cannibal", was an American prospector and self-proclaimed wilderness guide who confessed to cannibalism during...
Robert Watson-Watt is born
Robert Watson-Watt, Scottish physicist who pioneered radio direction-finding and radar, known for scottish physicist who pioneered radio direction-finding and radar, was born on 1892-04-13.
A squadron of the Russian fleet is decoyed out of Port Arthur by Japanese maneuvers, when they realize they are sailing
A squadron of the Russian fleet is decoyed out of Port Arthur by Japanese maneuvers, when they realize they are sailing into a trap; their battleship Petropavlovsk hits a mine and sinks, with a loss of 700 men
Mutiny on Portuguese battleships Dom Carlos & Vasco da Gama
Mutiny on Portuguese battleships Dom Carlos & Vasco da Gama
Groundbreaking for Philadelphia's Shibe Park, home of MLB Athletics (AL), 1909-54, MLB Phillies (NL), 1938-70, and NFL E
Groundbreaking for Philadelphia's Shibe Park, home of MLB Athletics (AL), 1909-54, MLB Phillies (NL), 1938-70, and NFL Eagles, 1940-57
In Constantinople the primarily Albanian First Army Corps seizes the parliament building and telegraphs offices, forcing
In Constantinople the primarily Albanian First Army Corps seizes the parliament building and telegraphs offices, forcing the Ottoman statesman Hilmi Pasha to resign
Polo Grounds grandstand & left field bleachers go up in flames in Manhattan, New York City
Polo Grounds grandstand & left field bleachers go up in flames in Manhattan, New York City
Royal Flying Corps forms (later Royal Air Force)
Royal Flying Corps forms (later Royal Air Force)
1st Federal League Game: Baltimore Terrapins beat Buffalo Blues 3-2
1st Federal League Game: Baltimore Terrapins beat Buffalo Blues 3-2
Electrical fire kills 38 mental patients at Oklahoma State Hospital
Electrical fire kills 38 mental patients at Oklahoma State Hospital
British troops open fire on demonstrators in Amritsar, India, killing 350
British troops open fire on demonstrators in Amritsar, India, killing 350
1st woman US Civil Service Commissioner, Helen Hamilton appointed
1st woman US Civil Service Commissioner, Helen Hamilton appointed
Foundation of the Spanish Communist Workers' Party.
The Communist Party of Spain (Spanish: Partido Comunista de España; PCE) is a communist party in Spain.
US Army wins 1st college three-weapon fencing championships
US Army wins 1st college three-weapon fencing championships
Don Adams is born
Don Adams, American actor, known for american actor, was born on 1923-04-13. Donald James Yarmy (April 13, 1923 – September 25, 2005), known professionally as Don Adams, was an American actor.
Greek plebiscite for a republic
A referendum on remaining a republic was held in Greece on 13 April 1924. It followed the catastrophic outcome of the Asia Minor Campaign.
Virginia Theater (ANTA, Guild) opens at 245 W 52nd St NYC
Virginia Theater (ANTA, Guild) opens at 245 W 52nd St NYC
Stanley Cup Final, Ottawa Auditorium, Ottawa, ON: Ottawa Senators beat Boston Bruins, 3-1 for a 2-0-2 series win
The Ottawa Senators were an ice hockey team based in Ottawa, which existed from 1883 to 1954.
1st trans atlantic flight Europe-US (Fitzmaurice-von Hunefeld-Köhl)
1st trans atlantic flight Europe-US (Fitzmaurice-von Hunefeld-Köhl)
1st flight over Mount Everest (Lord Clydesdale)
1st flight over Mount Everest (Lord Clydesdale)
4.7 million US families report receiving welfare payments
4.7 million US families report receiving welfare payments
Ioannis Metaxas becomes Prime Minister of Greece
Ioannis Metaxas was a Greek military officer and politician who was the dictator of Greece from 1936 until his death in 1941.
Clifford Goldsmith's play "What a Life" premieres at The Biltmore Theater, NYC
Clifford Goldsmith's play "What a Life" premieres at The Biltmore Theater, NYC
The Hindustani Lal Sena (Indian Red Army) is formed and vows to engage in armed struggle against the British.
The Hindustani Lal Sena (Indian Red Army) is formed and vows to engage in armed struggle against the British.
American athlete Cornelius "Dutch" Warmerdam, using a bamboo pole, becomes 1st man to pole vault 15 ft, at University of
American athlete Cornelius "Dutch" Warmerdam, using a bamboo pole, becomes 1st man to pole vault 15 ft, at University of California, Berkeley
Heavy German assault on Tobruk
Tobruk ( tə-BRUUK, toh-BRUUK; Arabic: طبرق, romanized: Ṭubruq; Italian: Tobruch) is a port city on Libya's eastern Mediterranean coast, near the border with Egypt.
Annie Jump Cannon dies
Annie Jump Cannon, American astronomer, known for american astronomer, died on 1941-04-13.
Catholic University Nijegen closes
Catholic University Nijegen closes
New Zealand and the Soviet Union establish diplomatic relations
The Ambassador from New Zealand to the Soviet Union was New Zealand's foremost diplomatic representative in the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, and in charge of New Zealand's diplomatic mission...
Canadian soldier Léo Major single-handedly liberates Dutch town of Zwolle by fooling Germans into thinking a raid had be
Canadian soldier Léo Major single-handedly liberates Dutch town of Zwolle by fooling Germans into thinking a raid had begun
Belgian Prime Minister Acker proclaims wage & price freeze ended
Belgian Prime Minister Acker proclaims wage & price freeze ended
Al Green is born
Al Green, American musician, known for american soul singer, songwriter and pastor, was born on 1947-04-13.
Hadassah Convoy Massacre: Vehicles bringing Jewish staff and medical supplies to Hadassah Hospital and University on Mou
Hadassah Convoy Massacre: Vehicles bringing Jewish staff and medical supplies to Hadassah Hospital and University on Mount Scopus, Jerusalem attacked by Arab forces; 79 killed by bombs, grenades, and sniper fire
During a lecture at the Mayo Clinic, Philip S. Hench reveals positive results of clinical trials using cortisone to trea
During a lecture at the Mayo Clinic, Philip S. Hench reveals positive results of clinical trials using cortisone to treat rheumatoid arthritis
Christopher Hitchens is born
Christopher Hitchens, American american author and journalist, known for british and american author and journalist, was born on 1949-04-13.
Ron Perlman is born
Ron Perlman actor, known for american actor, was born on 1951-04-13. Ronald N. Perlman is an American actor.
1st game of Milwaukee Braves, they beat Cincinnati Reds 2-0
The Milwaukee Braves were a Major League Baseball club that played in Milwaukee, from 1953 to 1965, having previously played in Boston, Massachusetts, as the Boston Braves.
Baltimore Orioles 1st game, loses to Tigers in Detroit 3-0
The Baltimore Orioles are an American professional baseball team based in Baltimore. The Orioles compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) East Division.
Brigitte Macron is born
Brigitte Macron, French wife of emmanuel macron, known for wife of emmanuel macron, was born on 1954-04-13. Brigitte Marie-Claude Macron is a French former teacher.
20.33" (51.64 cm) of rainfall, Axis, Alabama (then state record, eclipsed in 1997)
20.33" (51.64 cm) of rainfall, Axis, Alabama (then state record, eclipsed in 1997)
KETA TV channel 13 in Oklahoma City, OK (PBS) begins broadcasting
KETA TV channel 13 in Oklahoma City, OK (PBS) begins broadcasting
11th Tony Awards: "Long Day's Journey into Night" (play) & "My Fair Lady" (musical) win
The 11th Annual Tony Awards took place at the Waldorf-Astoria Grand Ballroom on April 21, 1957. The Master of Ceremonies was Bud Collyer.
12th Tony Awards: "Sunrise at Campobello" (play) and "The Music Man" (musical) win
The 12th Annual Tony Awards took place at the Waldorf-Astoria Grand Ballroom on April 13, 1958. Bud Collyer was the Master of Ceremonies.
USAF launches Discoverer II into polar orbit
USAF launches Discoverer II into polar orbit
US Department of Defense places "Transit 1B", 1st navigational satellite, in orbit around Earth
US Department of Defense places "Transit 1B", 1st navigational satellite, in orbit around Earth
UN General Assembly condemns South-Africa's apartheid
Apartheid ( ə-PART-(h)yte, especially South African English: ə-PART-(h)ayt, Afrikaans: [aˈpart (ɦ)əit] ; transl. "separateness", lit. 'aparthood') was a system of institutionalised racial segregation...
Stan Musial scores his 1,869th run, setting a new National League record
Stan Musial scores his 1,869th run, setting a new National League record
36th Academy Awards: "Tom Jones" (Best Film), Patricia Neal (Hud), and Sidney Poitier (Lilies of the Field) win; Poitier
36th Academy Awards: "Tom Jones" (Best Film), Patricia Neal (Hud), and Sidney Poitier (Lilies of the Field) win; Poitier is the first Black actor in a leading role to win a competitive Oscar
Garry Kasparov is born
Garry Kasparov, Russian athlete, known for russian chess grandmaster, was born on 1964-04-13.
1st US Senate black page, Lawrence W Bradford Jr, 16, appointed by New York Senator Jacob Javits
1st US Senate black page, Lawrence W Bradford Jr, 16, appointed by New York Senator Jacob Javits
Davis Love III is born
Davis Love III is born
Pan Am places $525,000,000 order for 25 Boeing 747s
Pan Am places $525,000,000 order for 25 Boeing 747s
Closure of the Brisbane tramway network.
The Brisbane tramway network served the city of Brisbane, Australia, between 1885 and 1969. It ran on standard gauge track.
Apollo 13 announces, "Okay, Houston, we've had a problem here" after a Beech-built oxygen tank exploded en route to the
Apollo 13 announces, "Okay, Houston, we've had a problem here" after a Beech-built oxygen tank exploded en route to the Moon
1st baseball players' strike ends after 13 days
1st baseball players' strike ends after 13 days
Chad military coup by General Odingar
On 13 April 1975, a military coup d'état deposed and killed Chadian president François Tombalbaye, replacing him by a military council. The most important factor leading up to the coup was a growing...
François Tombalbaye dies
François Tombalbaye dies
1st NBA playoff game for Cleveland Cavliers, they lose 100-95 to Washington
1st NBA playoff game for Cleveland Cavliers, they lose 100-95 to Washington
Jonathan Brandis is born
Jonathan Brandis, American actor, known for american actor, was born on 1976-04-13. Jonathan Gregory Brandis (April 13, 1976 – November 12, 2003) was an American actor.
Lou Bega is born
Lou Bega, German musician, known for german singer, was born on 1976-04-13. David Lubega Balemezi, known professionally as Lou Bega, is a German singer. His 1999 song "Mambo No.
Jackson slugs a 3-run HR in the 1st inning, & the field is showered
Jackson slugs a 3-run HR in the 1st inning, & the field is showered
Christian Turks occupy St Jansbasiliek
Christian Turks occupy St Jansbasiliek
US and its allies boycott the Summer Olympics in Moscow in protest against Russia's invasion of Afghanistan
The Summer Olympic Games, also known as the Summer Olympics or the Games of the Olympiad, are a major international multi-sport event normally held once every four years.
Pulitzer prize awarded to Beth Henley for "Crimes of the Heart"
The Pulitzer Prizes for 1981 were announced on April 13, 1981. The winner in each category is listed first, in bold, followed by the other finalists.
Undefeated middleweight boxer Tony Ayala gets 35 years on sex assault
Undefeated middleweight boxer Tony Ayala gets 35 years on sex assault
11th NASA Space Shuttle Mission (41C): Challenger 5 returns to Earth
11th NASA Space Shuttle Mission (41C): Challenger 5 returns to Earth
"TASS" denounces US boycott of Moscow Olympics
The boycott of the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles followed four years after the American-led boycott of the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow.
Boston Celtics end season with a 40-1 home win record
The 1985–86 Boston Celtics season was the 40th season of the Boston Celtics in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
1st 3 San Diego Padres hit HRs off SF starter Roger Mason
1st 3 San Diego Padres hit HRs off SF starter Roger Mason
Italian government of Ciriaco De Mita forms
Luigi Ciriaco De Mita was an Italian politician and statesman who served as Prime Minister of Italy from April 1988 to July 1989.
4th largest NBA crowd (45,458) see Orlando play at Minneapolis
4th largest NBA crowd (45,458) see Orlando play at Minneapolis
BPAA US Open by Pete Weber
BPAA US Open by Pete Weber
Nelson Mandela announces he will seek divorce from Winnie Madikizela
Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela-Mandela (born Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela; 26 September 1936 – 2 April 2018), also known as Winnie Mandela, was a South African politician, anti-apartheid…
American Airlines reduce its 1st-class fares 20%-50%
American Airlines reduce its 1st-class fares 20%-50%
Yankees beat the Mets 2-0
Yankees beat the Mets 2-0
En route to NHL record 62 victories Detroit Red Wings win #61
The Detroit Red Wings are a professional ice hockey team based in Detroit. The Red Wings compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference.
48th time opposing pitchers hit HRs, Carlos Perez (Mon)/Darren Holmes
48th time opposing pitchers hit HRs, Carlos Perez (Mon)/Darren Holmes
"Law & Order" actor Benjamin Bratt (38) weds actress-model Talisa Soto (35) in San Francisco, California
"Law & Order" actor Benjamin Bratt (38) weds actress-model Talisa Soto (35) in San Francisco, California
Pedro Carmona, interim president of Venezuela, resigns one day after taking office
Pedro Carmona, interim president of Venezuela, resigns one day after taking office
Powerful tornadoes rip through Iowa City, Iowa.
Powerful tornadoes rip through Iowa City, Iowa.
American actor Michael Biehn (52) weds third wife, American actress Jennifer Blanc (35)
American actor Michael Biehn (52) weds third wife, American actress Jennifer Blanc (35)
20 civilians are killed by the government bombing of Saraqib, Idlib
20 civilians are killed by the government bombing of Saraqib, Idlib
Kenyan Wilson Kipsang wins the London Marathon
Wilson Kipsang Kiprotich is a Kenyan long-distance runner who competes primarily in the marathon.
Günter Grass dies
Günter Grass, German author and artist, known for german author and artist, died on 2015-04-13.
"New Girl" actress Hannah Simone (36) weds musician Jesse Giddings in a secret ceremony
"New Girl" actress Hannah Simone (36) weds musician Jesse Giddings in a secret ceremony
Australian super-horse Winx ends extraordinary career with a 3rd Queen Elizabeth Stakes win in Sydney; 33 consecutive ra
Australian super-horse Winx ends extraordinary career with a 3rd Queen Elizabeth Stakes win in Sydney; 33 consecutive race wins, a world record 25 Group One victories and $26.4 million prize money
US, South Africa and the EU authorities temporarily stop administrating Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines after six wo
US, South Africa and the EU authorities temporarily stop administrating Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines after six women developed blood clots (out of 6.8 million)
At least 448 people killed after heavy rains and flooding in KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa, "one of the worst wea
At least 448 people killed after heavy rains and flooding in KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa, "one of the worst weather storms in the history of our country" according to authorities [1]
American F.B.I. arrests 21-year-old member of Massachusetts Air National Guard for leaking classified documents, includi
American F.B.I. arrests 21-year-old member of Massachusetts Air National Guard for leaking classified documents, including national security secrets, on an online gaming chat group [1]
Iran launches a strike on Israel with 300 drones and missiles in retaliation for the bombing of its embassy in Damascus
Iran launches a strike on Israel with 300 drones and missiles in retaliation for the bombing of its embassy in Damascus - almost all shot down [1]
Russian missile strike hits Ukrainian city of Sumy, killing at least 34 people and injuring more than 100 in the worst a
Russian missile strike hits Ukrainian city of Sumy, killing at least 34 people and injuring more than 100 in the worst attack on civilians in 2025 so far [1]