Roman general Claudius Silvanus fraudulently proclaimed himself Roman emperor and was hacked to death.
Source
The world's first roller skating rink opened in Rhode Island.
Inventor Harvey Hubbell patented the popular light bulb with a pull chain.
Airbedandbreakfast.com was launched by its three founders, which is now known as Airbnb.
Legendary baseballer Babe Ruth became the first member of the 500 home run club.
The last total solar eclipse of the 20th century occurred and was visible from Europe and Asia.
