1872 Facts for Kids

Millennium:	2nd millennium
Centuries:	18th century – 19th century – 20th century
Decades:	1840s 1850s 1860s – 1870s – 1880s 1890s 1900s
Years:	1869 1870 1871 – 1872 – 1873 1874 1875

The year 1872 was a special kind of year called a leap year. This means it had 366 days instead of the usual 365. It was part of the 19th century, a time of many exciting changes around the world.

What Happened in 1872?
- Cool Inventions and New Ideas
Famous People Born in 1872
Notable People Who Died in 1872
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What Happened in 1872?

Cool Inventions and New Ideas

A famous person named Levi Strauss created the first jeans. These tough pants became popular for workers.
The American department store called Montgomery Ward opened its doors. It was one of the first big stores where people could buy many different things.
A serious illness called Huntington's disease was described by doctors for the first time. This helped people understand it better.
The University of Toledo was started in Toledo, Ohio. It became a place for many students to learn.

Famous People Born in 1872

Many important people were born in 1872 who would later make a big difference in the world.

January 6 – Alexander Scriabin was born in Russia. He grew up to be a famous composer, writing beautiful music.
May 18 – Bertrand Russell was born in England. He became a very smart philosopher and logician, thinking deeply about how the world works.
June 6 – Alexandra Fyodorovna was born. She later became the Empress of Russia and was married to Emperor Nicholas II.
July 4 – Calvin Coolidge was born. He later became the 30th President of the United States.
July 16 – Roald Amundsen was born in Norway. He became a brave polar explorer, known for his amazing journeys to the coldest parts of the Earth.
August 21 – Aubrey Beardsley was born in England. He was a talented artist with a unique style.
October 12 – Ralph Vaughan Williams was born in England. He became a well-known composer.
October 15 – Edith Bolling Wilson was born in the United States. She later became the First Lady, married to President Woodrow Wilson.
November 30 – John McCrae was born in Canada. He was a poet and a soldier who served in World War I.
December 28 – Pio Baroja was born in Spain. He became a famous writer.