What Happened on October 12, 1822

Historical Events

  • Second eruption of Galunggung in Java destroys summit of mountain

Event of Interest

The Empire of Brazil is inaugurated and Prince Pedro of Portugal is proclaimed Emperor Dom Pedro I on his 24th birthday

Famous Birthdays

  • Joseph Haydn Potter, American Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Concord, New Hampshire (d. 1892)

Famous Weddings

Victor Hugo

"The Hunchback of Notre Dame" author Victor Hugo (20) weds Adele Fourcher

Died in 1822 1822 Highlights

About October 12, 1822

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 201 years, 6 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra