Historical Events
Barber of Seville Commissioned
Italian composer Gioachino Rossini (24) gets commission from Teatro Argentina to write his opera "Almaviva", later known as "Il barbiere di Siviglia" (The Barber of Seville)
1815 Highlights
About December 15, 1815
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 208 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
