Famous Birthdays
- Edmond Becquerel, French physicist who studied the solar spectrum, magnetism, electricity and optics (photovoltaic effect), born in Paris, France (d. 1891)
- Fanny Crosby, American hymnist known as the "Queen of Gospel Song Writers", born in Brewster, New York (d. 1915)
About March 24, 1820
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 204 years, 1 month and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aries
