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What Happened on December 31, 1799

Famous Birthdays

  • Thomas Taglichsbeck, German violinist and composer, born in Ansbach, Germany (d. 1867)

Famous Deaths

  • Jean-François Marmontel, French historian and writer, dies at 76
Died in 1799 1799 Highlights

About December 31, 1799

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 224 years, 7 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Capricorn