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What Happened on February 3, 1807

Historical Events

  • A British military force, under Brigadier-General Sir Samuel Auchmuty captures the city of Montevideo in the Battle of Montevideo, then part of the Spanish Empire now capital of Uruguay (Napoleonic Wars)

Famous Birthdays

Joseph E. Johnston (1807-1891)

American military officer (senior officer in Confederate Army and United States Army), born in Farmville, Virginia

About February 3, 1807

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 217 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius