Historical Events
Event of Interest
US Congress passes Embargo Act and President Thomas Jefferson signs into law. Prohibits American ships from trading in foreign ports, as result of involvement in hostilities between France and Britain
Famous Birthdays
- Johann Sebastian Welhaven, Norwegian poet, born in Bergen, Norway (d. 1873)
1807 Highlights
About December 22, 1807
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 215 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
