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What Happened on August 2, 1887

Historical Events

  • Chester A. Hodge of Beloit, Wisconsin, patents 'spur' barbed wire

Famous Birthdays

  • Tommy Ward, South African cricket wicket-keeper (23 Tests, 32 dismissals, 2 x 50; Transvaal), born in Rawalpindi, Pakistan (d. 1936)

About August 2, 1887

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 136 years, 11 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo