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Randall Thompson
1899Apr, 21

Randall Thompson

Randall Thompson, American composer and academic (d. 1984)
Randall Thompson (April 21, 1899 – July 9, 1984) was an American composer, particularly noted for his choral works.

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Events on 1899

  • 2Feb

    Canberra

    The Australian Premiers' Conference held in Melbourne decides to locate Australia's capital city, Canberra, between Sydney and Melbourne.
  • 4Feb

    Battle of Manila (1899)

    The Philippine-American War begins with the Battle of Manila.
  • 6Feb

    Treaty of Paris (1898)

    Spanish-American War: The Treaty of Paris, a peace treaty between the United States and Spain, is ratified by the United States Senate.
  • 6Mar

    Aspirin

    Bayer registers "Aspirin" as a trademark.
  • 18Apr

    Royal charter

    The St. Andrew's Ambulance Association is granted a royal charter by Queen Victoria.