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What Happened on October 8, 1789

Famous Birthdays

  • John Ruggles, American politician, born in Westborough, Massachusetts (d. 1874)
  • William John Swainson, English naturalist and artist, born in Newington, London (d. 1855)

About October 8, 1789

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 234 years, 9 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra