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What Happened on May 21, 1799

Historical Events

Napoleon Abandons Siege

Napoleon and his forces abandon their siege of Acre after two months - turning point in French invasion of Egypt and Syria

Famous Birthdays

  • Mary Anning, British fossil collector, dealer, and palaeontologist (Jurassic marine fossil beds of Lyme Regis), born in Lyme Regis, Dorset (d. 1847)

About May 21, 1799

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 225 years, 1 month and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Gemini