1933 1935

What Happened This Year 1934

All Events 56 Births 564 Deaths 129

People Who Died in 1934

Frank J. Sprague

Naval officer and electric motor inventor

Born

July 25th, 1857 168 years ago

Died

1934 92 years ago — 77 years old

An American naval officer and inventor, contributed significantly to the development of electric motors and tramways. After graduating from the United States Naval Academy, served in various naval capacities. Developed the first practical electric streetcar system in Richmond, Virginia, which became a model for future rail systems. Established the Sprague Electric Railway and Motor Company, advancing the use of electric power in transportation.

Mykhailo Hrushevskyi

Ukrainian historian and politician

Born

September 29th, 1866 159 years ago

Died

1934 92 years ago — 68 years old

A significant figure in Ukraine's history, focused on Ukrainian nationalism and the development of Ukrainian historiography. Played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Ukrainian National Republic in the early 20th century. Contributed extensively to the understanding of Ukrainian culture and identity through various writings and lectures. Respected as a prominent intellectual in the Ukrainian national movement, advocating for political and social reforms.

Charles Francis Jenkins

American inventor of early moving pictures

Born

August 22nd, 1867 158 years ago

Died

1934 92 years ago — 67 years old

An inventor recognized for developing one of the first motion picture machines. Pioneered early film technology and created a device called the 'Kinescope', which displayed moving images. Jenkins also contributed to the development of early television systems. He founded the Jenkins Television Corporation and promoted the concept of television broadcasting, focusing on the transmission of video signals.