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What Happened on July 5, 1801

Famous Birthdays

David Farragut (1801-1870)

American admiral ("Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead!"), born in Campbell's Station, Tennessee

About July 5, 1801

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 223 years and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer