Historical Events
Event of Interest
English scientist John Dalton reads his paper on the absorption of gases by water to the Manchester Literary and Philosophical Soc - 1st outline of his atomic theory
John Dalton
Famous Birthdays
- George Wright, American Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Norwich, Vermont (d. 1865)
1803 Highlights
About October 21, 1803
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 217 years, 9 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra