Historical Events
- 100 Guineas Cup is raced around Isle of Wight; US schooner 'America' beats British cutter 'Aurora' by 24 minutes; first competition for the America's Cup yachting trophy
- Gold fields discovered in Australia
About August 22, 1851
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 172 years, 8 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
