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What Happened on March 20, 1872

Famous Birthdays

  • Bernhard Seklas, German pianist, composer, conductor, and pedagogue thought to be the first jazz instructor, born in Frankfurt am Main, Germany (d. 1934)
  • Karin Michaelis, Danish writer (The Dangerous Age), born in Randers, Denmark (d. 1950)

About March 20, 1872

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 152 years, 4 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Pisces