Historical Events
- Pinckney Benton Stewart Pinchback takes office as the first African American US Govenor in Louisiana
Famous Deaths
- Kamehameha V, Hawaiian king (1863-72), dies at 42
1872 Highlights
About December 11, 1872
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 150 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Sagittarius
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