Famous Deaths
- Philip Spencer, American sailor, 1st US naval officer condemned for mutiny, hanged aboard the USS Somers at 19
1842 Highlights
About December 1, 1842
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 179 years, 5 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
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