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What Happened on August 13, 1814

Historical Events

  • Anglo-Dutch Treaty: Cape of Good Hope formally ceded to the British and transporting of slaves prohibited

Famous Birthdays

  • Anders Jonas Ångström, Swedish physicist (Spectroscopy), born in Lögdö, Medelpad, Sweden (d. 1874)

About August 13, 1814

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 209 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo