1995⚡ Event
Collision in Korea
Ric Flair and Antonio Inoki competed in the main event of Collision in Korea. The event drew an estimated 165,000 spectators, the highest attendance for a professional wrestling event.
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What Happened on April 29?
Discover 15 historical moments on April 29 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on April 29(5)
1997⚡ Event
Chemical Weapons Convention Enters into Force
The Chemical Weapons Convention entered into force, outlawing the production, stockpiling, and use of chemical weapons. This was ratified by 87 countries.
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2006⚡ Event
Cyclone Mala
Cyclone Mala made landfall near Thandwe, Myanmar, causing 37 deaths. The storm brought significant destruction to the region.
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2011⚡ Event
Royal Wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton
Prince William and Catherine Middleton were married at Westminster Abbey in London. The ceremony was watched by millions worldwide.
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2015⚡ Event
Bali Nine Executions
The ringleaders of the Bali Nine were executed in Indonesia for drug smuggling. They were caught attempting to smuggle heroin to Australia.
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Famous Birthdays on April 29(5)
Notable Deaths on April 29(5)
2020🕊️ Death
Irrfan Khan
Irrfan Khan, an Indian actor, died on April 29, 2020. He was born in 1967.
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2020🕊️ Death
Guido Münch
Guido Münch, a Mexican astronomer and astrophysicist, died on April 29, 2020. He was born in 1921.
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2021🕊️ Death
Cate Haste
Cate Haste, an English author, died on April 29, 2021. She was born in 1945.
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2022🕊️ Death
Joanna Barnes
Joanna Barnes, an American actress and writer, died on April 29, 2022. She was born in 1934.
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2023🕊️ Death
Padma Desai
Padma Desai, an Indian-American development economist, died on April 29, 2023. She was born in 1931.
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April 29 in History
April 29 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1995 to the present day.
Major Events on April 29
Among the most notable events on April 29: Collision in Korea (1995), Chemical Weapons Convention Enters into Force (1997), Cyclone Mala (2006). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on April 29
Notable figures born on April 29 include Sinja Kraus, Aarón Anselmino, Xochitl Gomez. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on April 29
Remembered figures who died on April 29 include Irrfan Khan, Guido Münch, Cate Haste. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on April 29?
- April 29 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on April 29?
- One of the most notable events on April 29 is: Collision in Korea.
- Who was born on April 29?
- Famous figures born on April 29 include Sinja Kraus, Aarón Anselmino, Xochitl Gomez.
- How many historical events happened on April 29?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on April 29, spanning centuries of world history.
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