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What Happened on December 17, 1842

Famous Birthdays

  • Marius Sophus Lie, Norwegian mathematician (continuous groups), born in Nordfjordeid, Norway (d. 1899)

About December 17, 1842

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 181 years, 7 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Sagittarius