Famous Birthdays
- Dino Campana, Italian poet (Canti orfici), born in Marradi, Italy (d. 1932)
Famous Deaths
- Edouard J. A. Agneessens, Flemish painter (Slave Market), dies at 42
Died in 1885 1885 Highlights
About August 20, 1885
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 138 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo
