Historical Events
- Dartmouth College in New Hampshire receives its charter
Famous Deaths
- Christian Fürchtegott Gellert, German poet and novelist (Fables & Tales), dies at 54
Died in 1769 1769 Highlights
About December 13, 1769
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 254 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius