Historical Events
Van Gogh Cuts Off Ear
Vincent van Gogh cuts off his left ear with a razor, after argument with fellow painter Paul Gauguin, and sends to a female courtesan for safe keeping
Famous Birthdays
- Friedrich Wolf, German writer and diplomat, born in Neuwied, Germany (d. 1953)
About December 23, 1888
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Capricorn
