Historical Events
Siegfried
Richard Wagner's opera "Siegfried" premieres at the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, as part of the first complete performance of The Ring cycle
Famous Birthdays
- Ivan Bilibin, Russian illustrator, born in Seppälä, Russia (d. 1942)
About August 16, 1876
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 147 years, 8 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
