What Happened on February 24, 1797

Historical Events

Last Invasion of Britain

Colonel William Tate and his force of 1,000-1,500 soldiers surrender after the Last Invasion of Britain (according to legend, to Welsh women in tall black hats, mistaken for elite guards regiment)

Famous Birthdays

  • Samuel Lover, Irish composer, novelist and painter, born in Dublin, Ireland (d. 1868)

About February 24, 1797

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 227 years, 2 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Pisces