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What Happened in 1892

6 historical events, 12 notable births, and 2 notable deaths in 1892.

Major Events

January 1892

general

Panama scandals — 1892 French corruption affair

sports

World Chess Championship 1892 — chess game between Wilhelm Steinitz and Michael Chigorin

culture

1892 in film — overview of film-related events during the year of 1892

November 1892

politics

1892 United States presidential election — 27th quadrennial U.S. presidential election

October 1892

politics

Dalton Gang — group of outlaws in the American Old West