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What Happened on January 10, 1780

Famous Birthdays

  • Heinrich Lichtenstein, German zoologist, botanist and explorer who collected plants in Southern Africa, born in Hamburg, Germany (d. 1857)

Famous Deaths

  • Francesco Antonio Vallotti, Italian organist and composer, dies at 82
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About January 10, 1780

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 244 years, 6 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Capricorn