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What Happened on October 16, 1841

Historical Events

  • Queens University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, is chartered

Famous Birthdays

Itō Hirobumi (1841-1909)

Japanese samurai, 1st Prime Minister of Japan (4 terms between 1885 and 1901) and Resident-General of Korea (1905-09), born in Tsukari, Suō, Japan

About October 16, 1841

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 182 years, 8 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra