Famous Birthdays
- Francisco Barbieri, Spanish zarzuela opera composer (El Diablo en El Poder), born in Madrid, Spain (d. 1894)
- Thomas Francis Meagre, Irish nationalist and Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Waterford, Ireland (d. 1867)
Famous Deaths
- Jacob Abraham de Mist, Dutch statesman, dies at 74
Died in 1823 1823 Highlights
About August 3, 1823
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 200 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo