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What Happened on March 16, 1802

Historical Events

  • 1st US Military Academy at West Point is established through Congressional act (opened July 4, 1802)
  • US Army Corps of Engineers established (2nd time)

Famous Birthdays

  • George Archibald McCall, American Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 1868)

About March 16, 1802

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 222 years, 4 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Pisces