Historical Events
- Jan Matzeliger receives his 1st patent (number 274,207) for shoe lasting machine which mechanized shoe production
- Unity treaty of Paris signed: protects industrial property
Famous Birthdays
- Colin Campbell, Scottish actor (High Bright Sun, Leather Boys), born in Falkirk, Scotland (d. 1966)
- Karl Hasse, German composer, born in Dohna, Kingdom of Saxony, German Empre (d. 1960)
About March 20, 1883
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 141 years, 1 month and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces
