Famous Birthdays
- Andries C D de Graeff, governor-general of Neth Indies (1926-31)
- William Auchterlonie, Scottish golfer (British Open 1893), born in St. Andrews, Scotland (d. 1963)
1872 Highlights
About August 7, 1872
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 148 years, 11 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo