Historical Events
Peer Gynt
Henrik Ibsen's play "Peer Gynt" premieres in Oslo
Famous Birthdays
- Victor Moore, American comedian (Ziegfeld Follies, 7 Year Itch), born in Hammonton, New Jersey (d. 1962)
Famous Deaths
- Jan Pieter Heije, Dutch physician, writer and poet, dies at 67
- Joseph Jenkins Roberts, American-born Liberian merchant and politician (1st President of Liberia 1848-56), dies at 66
Died in 1876 1876 Highlights
About February 24, 1876
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 148 years, 2 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Pisces
