What Happened This Year 1896

All Events 39 Births 222 Deaths 74

People Who Died in 1896

Ivar Aasen

Norwegian poet and linguist

Born

August 5th, 1813 212 years ago

Died

1896 130 years ago — 83 years old

Born in Norway in 1813, a poet and linguist contributed significantly to the development of the Norwegian language. Established the foundation for Nynorsk, one of Norway's official written languages, based on rural dialects. Authored various poems that celebrated Norwegian culture and nature. His works sought to provide a distinct linguistic identity separate from Danish influence.

Samuel Leonard Tilley

Canadian politician and pharmacist

Born

May 8th, 1818 207 years ago

Died

1896 130 years ago — 78 years old

This individual served as the 3rd Premier of New Brunswick from 1861 to 1865 and was a significant figure in Canadian Confederation. As a pharmacist, established a successful business in the field. Contributed to various legislative initiatives aimed at improving public services and infrastructure in New Brunswick. Involved in the founding of the provincial government.