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What Happened on August 20, 1847

Famous Birthdays

  • Andrew Greenwood, English cricket batsman (2 Tests, HS 49; Yorkshire CCC), born in Huddersfield, England (d. 1889)
  • Bolesław Prus, Polish writer (The Outpost), born in Hrubieszów, Congress Poland (d. 1912)

About August 20, 1847

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 176 years, 10 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo