April 29 is the 119th day of the year (120th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 246 days remain until the end of the year. 801 – An earthquake in the Central Apennines hits Rome and Spoleto, damaging the basilica of San Paolo Fuori le Mura. [1] 1091 – Battle of Levounion: The Pechenegs are defeated by Byzantine Emperor Alexios I Komnenos.

4 days ago · Historical events for the 29th of April. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on April 29.

4 days ago · Irish Easter Rising fails, Battle of Gate Pā, the fall of Saigon, the master of fake news and other major events, birthdays and deaths from April 29.

4 days ago · On April 29, 1899, Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington was born in Washington, D.C., growing up to become one of the most influential figures in jazz history as a composer, pianist, and bandleader whose career spanned more than five decades.

Discover what happened on April 29 with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

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If today is important to you, then you’ve found the right place to learn all about the history of April 29th, including a timeline of historical events that happened on this day, as well as some interesting facts that you probably didn’t know.

Watch an overview of Joan of Arc's life. On This Day In History - April 29: anniversaries, birthdays, major events, and time capsules. This day's facts in the arts, politics, and sciences.

Notable Birthdays for April 29. Lorado Taft (1860-1936) - Sculptor who created some of the most monumental sculptures which include the Fountain of Time, Spirit of the Great Lakes, and The Eternal Indian. William Randolph Hearst (1863-1951) - Founder of the Hearst Corporation. Harold Urey (1893-1981) - Chemist who was a pioneer in the study of isotopes.

4 days ago · April 29 History : 2004 - Oldsmobile builds its final car ending 107 years of production. 1992 - Riots in Los Angeles, California, follow the acquittal of police officers charged with excessive force in the beating of Rodney King.Over the next three days 54 people are killed and hundreds of buildings are destroyed. 1967 - Aretha …