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What Happened on December 2, 1802

Historical Events

  • Britain sells Suriname to the Netherlands

Famous Birthdays

  • Melancthon Smith Wade, American Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Cincinnati, Ohio (d. 1868)

About December 2, 1802

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 221 years and 8 months
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Sagittarius