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What Happened on October 7, 1847

Famous Deaths

  • Alexandre Brongniart, French geologist and mineralogist (arranged geologic formations of the Tertiary Period), dies at 77
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About October 7, 1847

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 176 years, 9 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra