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What Happened on April 18, 1855

Famous Birthdays

  • Abraham Bredius, Dutch art historian (Jan Steen), born in Amsterdam (d. 1946)
  • Josef Gruber, Austrian organist and composer, born in Wösendorf in the Wachau (d. 1933)

Famous Deaths

  • Jean-Baptiste Isabey, French painter, dies at 88
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About April 18, 1855

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 169 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aries