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What Happened on August 26, 1813

Famous Birthdays

  • Nicaise de Keyser, Belgian painter (Battle of Guilder Tracks), born in Zandvliet, Belgium (d. 1887)

Famous Deaths

  • Daniel Gottlob Turk, German composer, dies at 63
  • Theodor Körner, German soldier and poet (Zriny, Sword Song), dies fighting in the Napoleonic wars at 21
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About August 26, 1813

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 210 years, 10 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo