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What Happened on August 26, 1865

Famous Deaths

  • Johann Franz Encke, German astronomer (Comet Encke), dies at 73
  • Marcellus Monroe Crocker, US attorney/Union brigadier general, dies at 35
Died in 1865 1865 Highlights

About August 26, 1865

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 158 years, 11 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo