1884 Facts for Kids

The year 1884 was a time of many important events and the birth of people who would later become famous. It was a leap year, which means it had 366 days instead of the usual 365. Many things happened around the world, from new inventions to big meetings that changed history.

Famous People Born in 1884
Notable People Who Died in 1884
Important Events of 1884
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Famous People Born in 1884

Many people who made a big difference in the world were born in 1884. Here are a few of them:

May 8 – Harry S. Truman: He later became the 33rd President of the United States.
October 11 – Eleanor Roosevelt: She was the wife of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and a very active First Lady of the United States. She worked hard for human rights.
December 30 – Hideki Tōjō: He was the Prime Minister of Japan during World War II.

Notable People Who Died in 1884

The year 1884 also saw the passing of several important figures:

May 12 – Bedřich Smetana: He was a famous Czech composer. He wrote beautiful music, including operas and symphonies.
May 13 – Cyrus McCormick: An American inventor who created the mechanical reaper. This machine greatly helped farmers harvest crops.
July 1 – Allan Pinkerton: He was an American detective. He founded the Pinkerton National Detective Agency, which was very famous for solving crimes.
July 10 – Paul Morphy: An American chess player. He was considered one of the greatest chess players of his time.

Important Events of 1884

Many significant events took place around the world in 1884. These events shaped history and led to new developments.

The Battle of Khartoum

The Battle of Khartoum in Sudan.

On March 13, a major battle happened in Khartoum, which is in modern-day Sudan. This was part of the Mahdist War. British forces were involved in a long siege. This event was a big part of the history of that region.

The Berlin Conference

Leaders at the Berlin Conference.

Starting on November 15, the Berlin Conference began in Berlin, Germany. Leaders from many European countries met to discuss how to divide up Africa among themselves. This meeting had a huge impact on the future of the African continent.

The Statue of Liberty Begins

Work begins on the Statue of Liberty.

On August 5, work officially began on the Statue of Liberty in New York City, United States. This famous statue was a gift from France to the United States. It stands for freedom and democracy.

US Naval War College Founded

The US Naval War College.

On October 6, the United States Naval War College was founded. This college is a special school for officers in the United States Navy. It helps them learn about naval strategy and leadership.