Gertrude Lawrence, British actress, singer, and dancer (d. 1952)
Gertrude Lawrence (4 July 1898 – 6 September 1952) was an English actress, singer, dancer and musical comedy performer known for her stage appearances in the West End of London and on Broadway in New York.
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Spanish-American War
President William McKinley signed a joint resolution to Congress for declaration of War against Spain, beginning the Spanish-American War. - 10Jun
United States Marine Corps
Spanish-American War: U.S. Marines land on the island of Cuba. - 1Jul
Battle of San Juan Hill
Spanish-American War: The Battle of San Juan Hill is fought in Santiago de Cuba. - 3Jul
Battle of Santiago de Cuba
A Spanish squadron, led by Pascual Cervera y Topete, is defeated by an American squadron under William T. Sampson in the Battle of Santiago de Cuba. - 13Sep
Photographic film
Hannibal Goodwin patents celluloid photographic film.