1874 Facts for Kids

Millennium:	2nd millennium
Centuries:	18th century – 19th century – 20th century
Decades:	1840s 1850s 1860s – 1870s – 1880s 1890s 1900s
Years:	1871 1872 1873 – 1874 – 1875 1876 1877

The year 1874 was a time of many important events around the world. It was a year when several people who would later become very famous were born. These individuals would go on to make big impacts in areas like politics, music, and science. Let's explore some of the notable births from this year.

Famous People Born in 1874
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Famous People Born in 1874

Many important figures who shaped history were born in 1874. Here are a few of them:

Lou Henry Hoover: A Remarkable First Lady

March 29 – Lou Henry Hoover was born. She later became the First Lady of the United States when her husband, Herbert Hoover, became president. She was known for her intelligence and her love for outdoor activities. She was also the first First Lady to earn a college degree in geology.

Herbert Hoover: A Future President

August 10 – Herbert Hoover was born. He would later become the 31st President of the United States. Before becoming president, he was a successful mining engineer and a humanitarian, helping people during and after World War I.

Arnold Schoenberg: A Music Innovator

September 13 – Arnold Schoenberg was born. He was a very important composer from Austria. He changed the way music was written and is famous for his new and unique musical styles.

Winston Churchill: A Leader in World War II

November 30 – Winston Churchill was born in England. He became a very famous politician and writer. He is best known for leading the United Kingdom as its Prime Minister during World War II, inspiring his country during a very difficult time.