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What Happened on December 5, 1846

Historical Events

  • German-Swiss chemist Christian Freidrich Schoenbein obtains a patent for cellulose nitrate explosive
1846 Highlights

About December 5, 1846

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 177 years, 7 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Sagittarius