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What Happened on May 22, 1859

Famous Birthdays

Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930)

British author who brought Sherlock Holmes to life (twice), born in Edinburgh, Scotland

Famous Deaths

  • Ferdinand II, King of the Two Sicilies (1830-59), dies at 49
Died in 1859 1859 Highlights

About May 22, 1859

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 165 years, 2 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Gemini