What Happened on February 23, 1887

Historical Events

  • French/Italian Riviera struck by Earthquake; 2,000 die
  • US Congress grants Seal Rocks to San Francisco

Famous Birthdays

  • Cyril Delevanti, British actor (Soylent Green, The Night of the Iguana), born in London, England (d. 1975)
  • Oskar Lindberg, Swedish composer (Requiem), born in Gagnef, Sweden (d. 1955)

About February 23, 1887

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 137 years, 2 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces