Historical Events
- Gilbert du Motier, marquis de La Fayette, is named by acclamation colonel-general of the new National Guard of Paris
Famous Deaths
- Jacques Duphly, French composer and harpsichordist, dies at 74
Died in 1789 1789 Highlights
About July 15, 1789
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 234 years, 9 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer
