Historical Events
Event of Interest
Charles Messier adds M46-M49 to his catalog (galactic clusters in Puppis & Hydra & galaxy in Virgo)
Charles Messier
1771 Highlights
About February 19, 1771
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 249 years, 11 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces