Historical Events
- Amsterdam Theater destroyed by fire, 18 killed, in Amsterdam, Northern Netherlands
Famous Birthdays
- Henri-Jean Rigel, French composer, music director, and "pianiste de la musique particulière de l’Empereur et Roi" to Napoleon, born in Paris, France (d. 1852)
1772 Highlights
About May 11, 1772
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 251 years and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
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