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What Happened on November 12, 1847

Historical Events

  • Sir James Young Simpson, a British physician, is the first to use chloroform as an anaesthetic
1847 Highlights

About November 12, 1847

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 176 years and 8 months
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Scorpio