Famous Birthdays
- Gottfried Herrmann, German violinist, organist, Kapellmeister, and composer, born in Sondershausen, Confederation of the Rhine (now Germany) (d. 1878)
- Michael William Balfe, Irish violinist and composer (The Bohemian Girl), born in Dublin (d. 1870)
About May 15, 1808
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 216 years, 2 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
