Famous Birthdays
- Justus van Maurik, Dutch author and cigar manufacturer, born in Amsterdam (d. 1904)
Famous Weddings
Gioachino Rossini
Italian "The Barber of Seville" opera composer Gioachino Rossini (54) marries 2nd wife, French model Olympe Pélissier (47) in Paris, France
Died in 1846 1846 Highlights
About August 16, 1846
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 177 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
