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What Happened on April 20, 1885

Famous Deaths

  • Gustav Nachtigal, German physician and explorer (consul in Tunis, secured protectorates for Germany in central Africa), dies at sea at 51
Died in 1885 1885 Highlights

About April 20, 1885

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 139 years, 3 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus