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What Happened on October 8, 1809

Famous Deaths

  • James Elphinston, Scottish philologist, dies at 87
Died in 1809 1809 Highlights

About October 8, 1809

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 214 years, 9 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra