Famous Birthdays
- J. Van Oudshoorn [Jan Koos Feylbrief], Dutch writer (Maze of Senses), born in the Hague, Netherlands (d. 1951)
- Walter Sydney Adams, American astronomer (director of Mount Wilson), born in Antioch, Turkey (d. 1956)
1876 Highlights
About December 20, 1876
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 146 years, 5 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Sagittarius
