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What Happened on December 8, 1863

Historical Events

  • 2,500 reported killed as result of fire at Jesuit Church of La Compana, Santiago, Chile

Lincoln's Amnesty Proclamation

Abraham Lincoln issues his Amnesty Proclamation and plan for Reconstruction of the South

About December 8, 1863

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 160 years, 7 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Sagittarius