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What Happened on March 20, 1883

Historical Events

  • Jan Matzeliger receives his 1st patent (number 274,207) for shoe lasting machine which mechanized shoe production
  • Unity treaty of Paris signed: protects industrial property

Famous Birthdays

  • Colin Campbell, Scottish actor (High Bright Sun, Leather Boys), born in Falkirk, Scotland (d. 1966)
  • Karl Hasse, German composer, born in Dohna, Kingdom of Saxony, German Empre (d. 1960)

About March 20, 1883

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 141 years, 3 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces