Historical Events
South Shetland Islands
British explorer William Smith discovers the uninhabited South Shetland Islands, near Antarctica, claims them in the name of King George III
Famous Birthdays
- Mark Prager Lindo, English-Dutch writer (The Dutch Spectator), born in London, England (d. 1877)
About February 19, 1819
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 205 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
