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What Happened on August 24, 1888

Famous Deaths

  • Rudolf Clausius, German physicist (one of the founders of the study of thermodynamics), dies at 66
Died in 1888 1888 Highlights

About August 24, 1888

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Virgo