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What Happened on March 12, 1832

Historical Events

  • The ballet La Sylphide first premieres at the Opéra de Paris.

Famous Birthdays

  • Charles Boycott, Irish estate manager (whose workers refused to work for him amid Irish rent and land issues, origin of the term "boycott"), born in Burgh St. Peter, England (d. 1897)

Famous Deaths

  • Friedrich Kuhlau, German-Danish opera composer, dies at 45
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About March 12, 1832

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 192 years, 4 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Pisces