Historical Events Captain George Vancouver claims Puget Sound for Britain Famous Deaths John Burgoyne, British general (surrendered at Saratoga during the American Revolutionary War), dies at 70 1792 Highlights About June 4, 1792 Day of the Week: MondayHow Long Ago? 231 years Leap Year: Yes Star Sign: Gemini Jun 1, 1792 Dates in History Jun 9, 1792 What Happened in 1792 Assassination of King Gustav IIIMarch 16, 1792