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What Happened on August 22, 1844

Famous Birthdays

  • George Washington De Long, American Arctic Explorer whose disastrous expedition provided evidence to support the theory of trans-Arctic oceanic drift, born in New York City (d. 1881)

About August 22, 1844

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 179 years, 11 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Leo