Historical Events
- International Bureau of Weights & Measures formed by the signing of the Metre Convention treaty by 17 states and prototypes of the meter and the kilogram selected
Famous Deaths
- Amalia of Oldenburg, Queen of Greece, German born consort of King Otto of Greece, dies at 58
1875 Highlights
About May 20, 1875
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 148 years, 4 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
