Famous Birthdays
- John Kerr, Scottish physicist and pioneer in the field of electro-optics (electro-visually Kerr-effect), born in Ardrossan, Scotland (d. 1907)
- Manning Ferguson Force, American lawyer, judge and Brevet Major General (Union Army), born in Washington, D.C. (d. 1899)
- Thomas Starr King, American Unitarian clergyman (Christianity & Humanity), born in New York City (d. 1864)
1824 Highlights
About December 17, 1824
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 198 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Authors
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