Famous Birthdays
- Philander Chase, American Episcopal Church bishop and founder of Kenyon College, born in Cornish, New Hampshire (d. 1852)
- Thomas Cochrane, 10th Earl of Dundonald, British admiral, born in Annsfield, Lanarkshire, Scotland (d. 1860)
About December 14, 1775
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 248 years, 7 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius