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What Happened on March 4, 1851

Famous Deaths

  • James Richardson, British explorer (Sahara Desert), dies of an illness near Lake Chad at 41
  • Michael Henkel, German composer and organist, dies at 70
Died in 1851 1851 Highlights

About March 4, 1851

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 173 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Pisces