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What Happened on December 16, 1861

Famous Birthdays

  • Antonio de La Gandara, French painter (d. 1917)

Famous Deaths

  • Karol Joseph Lipinski, Polish composer and virtuoso violinist, dies at 71
Died in 1861 1861 Highlights

About December 16, 1861

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 162 years, 7 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Sagittarius