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What Happened on October 18, 1775

Historical Events

Phillis Wheatley Freed

African-American poet Phillis Wheatley freed from slavery

Famous Deaths

  • Christian August Crusius, German philosopher and theologian (b. 1715)
Died in 1775 1775 Highlights

About October 18, 1775

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 248 years, 8 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra