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What Happened on August 7, 1879

Historical Events

  • The opening of the Poor Man's Palace in Manchester.

Famous Birthdays

  • Johannes Kotze, South African cricket fast bowler (3 Tests, 6 wickets, BB 3/64; London County, Transvaal, Western Province), born in Cape Town, South Africa (d. 1931)

About August 7, 1879

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 144 years, 11 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo