Historical Events
1st Antiseptic Surgery
British surgeon Joseph Lister performs 1st antiseptic surgery using carbonic spray on instruments and bandages
Famous Deaths
- William Jackson Hooker, English botanist and director (Kew Gardens), dies at 80
Died in 1865 1865 Highlights
About August 12, 1865
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 158 years, 11 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
