Historical Events
- Ratified copies of the Treaty of Paris, ending the Revolutionary War exchanged between US and Great Britain, in Paris
Famous Deaths
- Abraham Trembley, Swiss naturalist (first to study freshwater polyps or hydra), dies at 73
Died in 1784 1784 Highlights
About May 12, 1784
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 240 years and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
