1905

History of the Doctor Who Universe

 * Albert Einstein published his special theory of relativity. It was a precursor to his general theory of relativity, which the Fourth Doctor discussed with Professor Amelia Rumford. (DW: The Stones of Blood)

March

 * 24 - Jules Verne dies from complications of diabetes in Paris.

July

 * 13 - Fred Ferris, who played Bert Rowse in Planet of Giants, is born.
 * 29 - Vivienne Bennett, who played Queen Elizabeth I in The Chase, is born in Poole, Dorset, England.