Historical Events
- Giacomo Meyerbeers opera "Les Huguenots," premieres in Paris
Famous Birthdays
- Dickey Pearce, American baseball shortstop (pioneer shortstop position; introduced bunt) and manager (NY Mutuals, St. Louis Brown Stockings), born in Brooklyn, NY (d. 1908)
About February 29, 1836
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 188 years, 2 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Pisces