Famous Birthdays
- Mikiel Gonzi, Roman Catholic Archbishop of Malta (1944-76), born in Vittoriosa, Birgu, Malta (d. 1984)
Famous Deaths
Louis Riel (1844-1885)
Canadian politician, founder of the province of Manitoba, and leader of the Métis people of the Canadian prairies, hanged for treason at 41
Died in 1885 1885 Highlights
About November 16, 1885
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 138 years, 5 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Scorpio
