What Happened on December 19, 1884

Historical Events

Congo Free State Recognized

Italy recognizes King Leopold II's Congo Free State

Famous Birthdays

  • Antonin Zapotocky, Czech communist politician (President of Czechoslovakia 1953-57), born in Zákolany, Kingdom of Bohemia (d. 1957)
  • Ferdinando Liuzzi, Italian composer and musicologist, born in Senigallia, Italy (d. 1940)

About December 19, 1884

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 139 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius