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What Happened on July 4, 1753

Famous Birthdays

  • Jean-Pierre Blanchard, French ballonist (1st balloon flights in England and U.S.), born in Les Andelys, France (d. 1809)

About July 4, 1753

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 271 years and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer