Historical Events
Thomas Edison's Phonograph
Thomas Edison demonstrates his phonograph (gramophone) to the editors of "Scientific American"
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Famous Deaths
- Benjamin Huger, American Major General (Confederate Army), dies at 72
1877 Highlights
About December 7, 1877
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 143 years, 2 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
