April 13: What Happened on This Day in History
April 13th marks the 103rd day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 104th in case of leap years). There are 262 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on April 13th in history, famous birthdays on April 13th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to April 13.
What happened on April 13?
Here's what happened on April 13th in history:
- 2023: On April 13, 2023, the FBI conducted a raid on Jack Teixeira's residence as part of an investigation into the unauthorized disclosure of classified Pentagon documents. During the same day, Teixeira, a 21-year-old member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard, was arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive government information with an online Discord gaming group.
- 2018: The British government released a statement asserting it is 'highly probable' that the Assad regime used chemical weapons against its own people. Britain indicated it would collaborate with France and the United States to coordinate an international response, though specific actions were not detailed.
- 2017: An emergency was declared in New Zealand as Cyclone Cook swept across the North Island, leading to evacuations of coastal areas in the Coromandel Peninsula.
- 2016: Ukrainian Army reported eight soldiers injured in fighting against Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine. Military spokesperson noted 29 shelling incidents around Mariupol, highlighting the continued tension in the region.
- 2015: A boat carrying migrants from Libya to Italy capsizes off the Libyan coast, resulting in nine fatalities while the Italian coast guard manages to rescue 144 people, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis of Mediterranean migration.
- 2012: North Korea's Kwangmyongsong-3 satellite for Earth observation exploded shortly after launch, drawing international condemnation. The launch was intended to commemorate the centenary of Kim Il-sung's birth and was viewed as a violation of UN Security Council resolutions.
- 1997: Dorothy Frooks, a multifaceted American personality known as an author, publisher, military figure, and actress, dies at the age of 101.
- 1992: Nelson Mandela announces his intention to divorce his wife Winnie, signaling a personal turning point during South Africa's complex political transition.
- 1989: "Welcome to the Club" opens at the Music Box Theater in New York City, running for a 12-performance theatrical production. The specific details of the play, its genre, and significance are not fully documented.
- 1976: The Cleveland Cavaliers played their inaugural NBA playoff game, losing a close match 100-95 to the Washington Bullets, marking a significant milestone in the franchise's early history.
What famous birthdays are on April 13?
On April 13th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Seamus Heaney (1939)Renowned Irish poet and Nobel Prize in Literature laureate, widely considered one of the most important poets of the 20th century.
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Al Green (1946)Al Green is a legendary soul and R&B singer known for his smooth, passionate vocal style and influential hits from the 1970s.
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Ron Perlman (1950)Ron Perlman is a renowned American actor famous for his distinctive roles in Hellboy and Sons of Anarchy.
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Glenn Howerton (1976)American actor, comedian, and writer best known for co-creating and starring in the hit comedy series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
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Paul Sorvino (1939)Versatile American actor known for iconic roles in films like 'Goodfellas' and TV series 'Law & Order', also a talented singer and director.
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Edward Fox (1937)Renowned English actor known for his roles in numerous films, including the James Bond movie 'Never Say Never Again'.
![Tony Dow]()
Tony Dow (1945)American actor best known for playing Wally Cleaver in the iconic family sitcom 'Leave It to Beaver', which became a quintessential...
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Don Adams (1923)Famous American actor best known for his comedic role as Maxwell Smart in the classic TV series 'Get Smart'.
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Who died on April 13?
On April 13th the following celebrities died:
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Michel Bouquet (2022)Renowned French actor with an illustrious career spanning over seven decades, Michel Bouquet was a highly respected figure in French cinema...
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- John Wheeler (2008)
Prominent American theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics and nuclear physics, known for his work on...
- Muriel Spark (2006)
Renowned Scottish novelist and poet, best known for 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie', which was adapted into a successful film.
- Wallace Stegner (1993)
Renowned American novelist, historian, and environmentalist who won the Pulitzer Prize for his novel 'Angle of Repose' in 1972.
- Samuel Jones (1954)
Legendary Boston Celtics basketball player who was a five-time NBA All-Star during the 1960s, playing professionally for 12 seasons.
- Johnnie Johnson (2005)
Renowned African American pianist and songwriter who significantly influenced rock and roll music, particularly through his collaboration...
- Harry Kalas (2009)
Legendary American sportscaster best known for his work with the Philadelphia Phillies baseball team.
- Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti (1978)
Pioneering Nigerian educator, political activist, and women's rights leader who played a crucial role in Nigeria's independence movement and...
What day of the year is April 13?
April 13th marks the 103rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 104th in case of leap years).
There are 262 days remaining until the end of the year.
April 13th is the 13th day of the month of April.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day April 13?
The zodiac sign associated with April 13th is Aries according to the Western Zodiac.
