Smith's brother Hyrum was also shot dead. Smith attracted thousands of devoted followers before his death and millions in the century that followed. (27 June 1844)
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Thursday 12th of March 1863 (+) — Writer, poet, journalist and soldier Gabriele D'Annunzio is born. Legend has it that he was initially baptized Gaetano and given the name of Gabriele later in childhood, because of his angelic looks.