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What Happened on December 15, 1874

Historical Events

  • 1st reigning king to visit US is the King of Hawaii, received by President Grant
  • Henry Bergh, Eldgridge Gerry, and philanthropist John D. Wright found the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children in NYC, the world's first anti-child abuse agency. Later known as The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC).

About December 15, 1874

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 149 years, 7 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Sagittarius