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What Happened on July 29, 1870

Famous Birthdays

  • George Dixon, Canadian boxer (World Bantamweight title, 1892; World Featherweight champion, 1891-97 & 1898-1901; 1st Black athlete to win a World C'ship in any sport), born in Halifax, Nova Scotia (d. 1908)

About July 29, 1870

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 154 years and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo