What Happened on August 13, 1814

Historical Events

  • Anglo-Dutch Treaty: Cape of Good Hope formally ceded to the British and transporting of slaves prohibited

Famous Birthdays

  • Anders Jonas Ångström, Swedish physicist (Spectroscopy), born in Lögdö, Medelpad, Sweden (d. 1874)
Born in 1814
1814 Highlights

About August 13, 1814

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 208 years, 9 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo