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What Happened on July 27, 1849

Famous Birthdays

  • John Hopkinson, British physicist and electrical engineer (Hopkinson's Law), born in Manchester (d. 1898)

About July 27, 1849

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 175 years and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo