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What Happened on May 3, 1860

Historical Events

  • Charles XV of Sweden-Norway is crowned king of Sweden

Famous Birthdays

  • John Scott Haldane, Scottish physiologist, born in Edinburgh, Scotland (d. 1936)
  • Vito Volterra, Italian mathematician and physicist, born in Ancona, Italy (d. 1940)

About May 3, 1860

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 164 years, 2 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Taurus