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What Happened on April 21, 1816

Famous Birthdays

Charlotte Brontë (1816-1855)

English novelist (Jane Eyre), born in Thornton, West Yorkshire, England

  • Louis Wigfall, American politician (Confederate States Senator from Texas 1862-85), born in Edgefield, South Carolina (d. 1874)

About April 21, 1816

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 208 years, 3 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Taurus