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What Happened on August 15, 1803

Famous Birthdays

  • James Douglas, British-Canadian fur trader and politician (1st Governor of British Columbia 1858-64) called "The Father of British Columbia", born in Demerara, Guyana (d. 1877)

About August 15, 1803

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 220 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo