Historical Events
- Explosive eruption blows 4,000' off Papandayan Java, kills 3,000
Famous Birthdays
- Rowland Hill, 1st Viscount Hill, British general (fought with Wellington at Waterloo, Commander-in-Chief British army 1828), born in Prees, England (d. 1842)
1772 Highlights
About August 11, 1772
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 251 years, 1 month and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
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