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What Happened on December 3, 1838

Famous Birthdays

  • Cleveland Abbe, American meteorologist (Father of Weather Bureau), born in New York City (d. 1916)
  • Octavia Hill, British reformer, leader of open-space movement, born in London, England (d. 1912)

About December 3, 1838

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 185 years, 7 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Sagittarius