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What Happened on February 22, 1857

Famous Birthdays

  • Heinrich Hertz, German physicist, 1st to broadcast & receive radio waves, born in Hamburg, German Confederation (d. 1894)

Robert Baden-Powell (1857-1941)

British officer and founder of the modern scouting movement, born in Paddington, London


About February 22, 1857

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 167 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Pisces