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What Happened on November 16, 1885

Famous Birthdays

  • Mikiel Gonzi, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Malta (1944-76), born in Vittoriosa, Birgu, Malta (d. 1984)

Famous Deaths

Louis Riel (1844-1885)

Canadian politician, founder of the province of Manitoba, and leader of the Métis people of the Canadian prairies, hanged for treason at 41

Died in 1885 1885 Highlights

About November 16, 1885

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 138 years, 8 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Scorpio