Famous Deaths
- Friedrich Arnold Brockhaus, German encyclopedia publisher, dies at 51
Pius VII (1742-1823)
Italian bishop of Imola and Pope (1800-23), dies at 83
1823 Highlights
About August 20, 1823
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 199 years, 5 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo