April 6

    What happened on April 6 in history

    3 events fall on April 6, from 1199 to 1917. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on April 6

    1. 1199

      Richard the Lionheart dies

      A crossbow bolt at a minor French siege kills the crusader king.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1896

      The first modern Olympics open

      Athens hosts fourteen nations in the revived games.

      Read about First Modern Olympic Games, AthensPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1917

      The United States enters the First World War

      Congress declares war on Germany after the Zimmermann telegram.

      Read about Storming of the Winter Palace, October RevolutionPlay the 20th century round

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