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What Happened on August 19, 1888

Famous Deaths

  • Spencer Fullerton Baird, American naturalist and ornithologist (Wood's Hole Station), dies at 65
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About August 19, 1888

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 11 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo