Your place in the Universe on 1900
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1900 (MCM in Roman Numerals) was the year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1900th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations.
Is 1900 a year special to you? Discover what 1900 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 1900, 1900 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 1900, how old is someone born in 1900 and what Chinese zodiac sign is associated to 1900.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about 1900 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What was 1900 known for ?
- Key World Leaders of 1900
- Who was the U.S. President in 1900?
- Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1900?
- Who was the Pope in 1900?
- What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1900?
- What was the most popular movie in 1900?
- What was the best selling book in 1900?
- How old is someone born in 1900?
- What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1900?
What was 1900 known for ?
- 1900 marked the turn of a new century, and the last century before the turn of a new millennium. The world looked ahead with great optimism, as the progress made by mankind in the previous century made the coming 20th century seem very promising. While great advances would indeed be made, the world could not have foreseen the disastrous great wars that loomed on the horizon. Still, for the year 1900 itself, there were some notable developments.
- In Paris, a World Exposition was held this year. The artistic work that was featured during the Exhibition would go on to launch a new artistic style – this was the beginning of Art Nouveau as a popular international style of art.
- In Germany, the first zeppelin flight was carried out this year. This was a revolutionary development, as zeppelins would be used for decades to ferry passengers and carry out military operations. They would become obsolete relatively quickly, though, as their golden age lasted only into the end of the 1930’s.
- It is also worth noting that 1900 was not a peaceful year. This was the second year of hostilities in China, known as the Boxer Rebellion – a Chinese uprising against foreign influence. This was also the second year of the Philippine-American War, a struggle for independence in the Philippines. The Second Boer War was also in its second year in 1900. This was part of a series of struggles between the British Empire and the native Boers in present-day South Africa over control of the region.
- In a major development for popular culture, L. Frank Baum’s Wonderful Wizard of Oz was published this year, launching a cultural sensation that would impact generations through literature, film, and television. This was also the year that playwright George Bernard Shaw’s “You Never Can Tell” premiered in London.
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Key World Leaders of 1900
Who was the U.S. President in 1900?
In 1900, William McKinley (Republican) was the President of the United States. His term spanned from March 04, 1897 to September 14, 1901. During his presidency, the U.S. won the Spanish-American War and annexed Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines.
Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1900?
In 1900 the UK Prime Minister was Robert Gascoyne-Cecil (Conservative).
Who was the Pope in 1900?
The leader of the Catholic Church in 1900 was Pope Leo XIII who had held the papacy since 1878. During his papacy, he issued the encyclical *Rerum Novarum*, laying the foundation for modern Catholic social teaching on labor rights and social justice.
What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1900?
The number 1 song in the USA in 1900, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was The Holy City by Harry Macdonough
What was the most popular movie in 1900?
The most popular movie and box office hit was Soldiers of the Cross by Herbert Booth, Joseph Perry
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How old is someone born in 1900?
Someone born in 1900 is 125 years old this year.
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What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1900?
According to the Chinese Zodiac and Astrology 1900 was the Year of the Rat.
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