What Happened This Year 1876

All Events 32 Births 174 Deaths 49

Born in 1876

Paul Masson

French cyclist and Tour de France competitor

Born

1876 150 years ago

Died

November 30th, 1944 81 years ago — 68 years old

Competed professionally as a cyclist, participating in multiple editions of the Tour de France. Notably achieved a commendable ranking in the 1927 Tour de France, finishing in the 3rd place overall. His contributions to the sport extended beyond racing, as he also took part in various cycling events and represented France in international competitions. Masson's career is marked by significant performances that contributed to the cycling scene in France during the early 20th century.

Ernst Tandefelt

Finnish assassin of Heikki Ritavuori

Born

1876 150 years ago

Died

May 3rd, 1948 77 years ago — 72 years old

Assassinated a prominent figure in Finland, leading to significant controversy. Involved in political intrigue during a tumultuous period in Finnish history. Faced legal consequences for actions taken, which sparked debates about the ethics of political violence.

Şükrü Naili Gökberk

Turkish general and military leader

Born

1876 150 years ago

Died

November 26th, 1936 89 years ago — 60 years old

Şükrü Naili Gökberk served as a prominent general in the Turkish Army. Gökberk played a significant role during the Turkish War of Independence, contributing to the establishment of the Republic of Turkey. His military career included key leadership positions and strategic planning that influenced the outcome of several critical battles. After the war, he continued to serve in various military capacities until his death.