Historical Events
- José de La Mar becomes President of Peru
Famous Birthdays
- Edouard Silas, Dutch composer, born in Amsterdam (d. 1909)
- Ezra Butler Eddy, Canadian businessman (E.B. Eddy Company) and politician, born in Vermont (d. 1906)
- Joseph Anthony Mower, American Major General (Union Army), born in Woodstock, Vermont (d. 1870)
About August 22, 1827
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 196 years, 11 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
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