On This Day

What Happened on February 22, 1875

Day of the Week: Monday

Famous Deaths


Person of interestCharles Lyell

Charles Lyell, British geologist (Elements of Geology), dies at 77

Geologist Charles Lyell
Geologist
Charles Lyell
  • Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, French painter, dies at 78

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