What Happened This Year 1896

All Events 39 Births 222 Deaths 74

People Who Died in 1896

Carol Benesch

Architect, designer of Peleș Castle

Born

January 9th, 1822 204 years ago

Died

1896 130 years ago — 74 years old

An architect from Czech-Romania, contributed to the design of Peleș Castle, a notable example of Neo-Renaissance architecture located in the Carpathian Mountains. The castle construction began in 1873 and was completed in 1914, serving as a royal residence. Benesch's design integrated various architectural styles, blending functionality with aesthetic appeal.

Mary Abigail Dodge

Writer and essayist, author of 'St. Elmo'

Born

March 31st, 1833 193 years ago

Died

1896 130 years ago — 63 years old

Born in 1833, this American writer and essayist published under the pseudonym Gail Hamilton. A prominent literary figure of the 19th century, authored essays and books that examined social issues and conventions of the time. 'St. Elmo', published in 1866, became a widely read novel, exploring themes of love and personal growth. The work was notable for its realistic portrayal of characters and emotional depth. Contributed to various periodicals and was engaged in literary discussions that shaped public opinion on women's roles in society.