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What Happened on August 20, 1778

Famous Birthdays

  • Bernardo O'Higgins, Chilean independence leader who freed Chile from Spanish rule (Supreme Director of Chile 1817-23), born in Chillán, Captaincy General of Chile (d. 1842)

About August 20, 1778

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 245 years, 10 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo