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What Happened on May 21, 1844

Famous Birthdays

  • Henri Rousseau, French post-impressionist painter (The Dream, The Hungry Lion Throws Itself on the Antelope), born in Laval, France (d. 1910)

Famous Deaths

  • Guiseppi Baini, Italian composer and priest, dies at 68
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About May 21, 1844

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 180 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Gemini