Famous Deaths
Marquis de Sade
Marquis de Sade, French philosopher and writer (Justine), dies at 74. The words sadism and sadist are derived from his name.
1814 Highlights
About December 2, 1814
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 207 years, 5 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
