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What Happened on September 21, 1832

Famous Birthdays

  • Friedrich Wilhelm Langhans, German musician and composer, born in Hamburg, German Confederation (now Germany) (d. 1892)
  • Samuel S. Carroll, American Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Takoma Park, Maryland (d. 1893)

Famous Deaths

Walter Scott (1771-1832)

Scottish historical novelist and poet (The Lady of the Lake, Ivanhoe), dies at 61

Died in 1832 1832 Highlights

About September 21, 1832

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 191 years, 10 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Virgo