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What Happened on August 2, 1877

Historical Events

  • San Francisco Public Library opens with 5,000 volumes

Famous Deaths

  • James Douglas, British-Canadian fur trader and politician (1st Governor of British Columbia 1858-64) called "The Father of British Columbia", dies of a heart attack at 73
Died in 1877 1877 Highlights

About August 2, 1877

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 147 years
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo