Deaths on April 13

Robert Fortune

Died on April 13, 1880

Robert Fortune, Scottish botanist and author (b. 1813)

Robert Fortune (16 September 1812 – 13 April 1880) was a Scottish botanist, plant hunter and traveller, best known for introducing around 250 new ornamental plants, mainly from China, but also Japan, into the gardens of Britain, Australia, and the USA. He also played a role in the development of the tea industry in India in the 19th century.

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13 Feb

Edison effect
Thomas Edison observes the Edison effect.
13 May

Thomas Edison
In Menlo Park, New Jersey, Thomas Edison performs the first test of his electric railway.
7 Jun

Battle of Arica
War of the Pacific: The Battle of Arica, the assault and capture of Morro de Arica (Arica Cape), ends the Campaña del Desierto (Desert Campaign).
28 Jun

Ned Kelly
Australian bushranger Ned Kelly is captured at Glenrowan.
11 Nov

Ned Kelly
Australian bushranger Ned Kelly is hanged at Melbourne Gaol.

Deaths on April 13

Robert Fortune

Died on April 13, 1880

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Edison effect

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