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What Happened on May 13, 1795

Famous Birthdays

  • Gérard Paul Deshayes, French geologist (d. 1875)
  • Joshua Ratoon Sands, American Rear Admiral (Union Navy), born in Brooklyn, New York (d. 1883)

About May 13, 1795

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 229 years, 2 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Taurus