Historical Events
Benedict Arnold Court-martialed
American revolutionary officer Benedict Arnold court-martialed for improper conduct and profiteering
Famous Deaths
- Augustus Hervey, 3rd Earl of Bristol, British admiral and politician (b. 1724)
Died in 1779 1779 Highlights
About December 23, 1779
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 244 years, 7 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
