Historical Events
- Stanley's expedition reaches plateau at Lake Albert Congo
Famous Deaths
- Eliza Roxcy Snow, American poet (b. 1804)
Died in 1887 1887 Highlights
About December 5, 1887
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 136 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius