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What Happened on March 12, 1755

Historical Events

  • 1st steam engine in America installed, to pump water from a mine

Famous Birthdays

  • Georges Couthon, French politician and lawyer during French Revolution (worked closely with Robespierre in Legislative Assembly), born in Orcet, France (d. 1794)

About March 12, 1755

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 269 years, 4 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Pisces