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What Happened on February 5, 1788

‘Bobbies’ Take To The Streets Of London

Famous Birthdays

  • Karoly Kisfaludy, Hungarian pioneering dramatist (A Tat rok Magyarorsz gon), born in Tét, Hungary (d. 1830)

Robert Peel (1788-1850)

British Prime Minister (Tory/Conservative/Peelite: 1834-35; 1841-46), founder of the British Conservative Party and the modern police force (Bobbies), born in Bury, Lancashire, England


1788 Highlights

About February 5, 1788

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 236 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Aquarius