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What Happened on July 15, 1808

Historical Events

  • French marshal Joachim Murat becomes King of Naples

Famous Birthdays

  • Henry Cole, English Inventor and civil servant, 1st director of the V&A Museum, promoter of 1851 Great Exhibition, born in Bath, England (d. 1882)
  • Henry Edward Manning, English Roman Catholic Cardinal (Archbishop of Westminster 1865-92), born at Copped Hall, Totteridge, England (d. 1892)

About July 15, 1808

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 216 years and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Cancer