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What Happened on July 21, 1840

Famous Deaths

  • Moses Waddel, American educator, minister and bestselling author (Memoirs of the Life of Miss Caroline Elizabeth Smelt), dies at 70
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About July 21, 1840

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 184 years and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Cancer