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- Olav Bjaaland, Norwegian explorer and cross-country skier (d. 1961)
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- Alexis de Castillon, French composer, dies of a fever at 34
Died in 1873 1873 Highlights
About March 5, 1873
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 151 years, 1 month and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
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