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What Happened on August 20, 1764

Famous Birthdays

  • Charles Ferdinand Bentinck, Dutch military officer (Governor of Suriname 1809-11), born in The Hague, Dutch Republic (d. 1811)

About August 20, 1764

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 259 years, 11 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Leo