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What Happened on July 8, 1859

Historical Events

  • King Charles XV/Carl IV accedes to the throne of Sweden-Norway

Famous Birthdays

  • Hank O'Day, American Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher/umpire/manager (umpire 10 World Series), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 1935)

Famous Deaths

  • Oscar I [Joseph François Oscar Bernadotte], French-Swedish noble, through adoption (King of Sweden and Norway, 1844-59), dies at 60
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About July 8, 1859

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 165 years and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer