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What Happened on July 20, 1879

Historical Events

  • Swedish expedition headed by Nils Adolf Erik Nordenskiöld, aboard SS Vega, becomes the first to navigate the Northeast passage
1879 Highlights

About July 20, 1879

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 145 years and 13 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer