What happened on 21 December 1870?

Discover what happened on 21 December 1870 in history! This day marks a series of notable events, famous births, and significant deaths. Explore the details below to learn more about the historical happenings of this day. On this day, history comes alive!

Deaths

  • Ambrogio Frangiolli (Italian painter (1798-1870))
  • Cyrus Olney (American politician, jurist and lawyer (1815-1870))
  • John Ritchie (Scottish newspaper owner)
  • Jørres Schelderup Hansen (Norwegian politician (1811-1870))
  • Louis Boyer (Canadian businessman)
  • Guilherme Xavier de Sousa (Brazilian politician)
  • Sophie Goderis
  • Ottó Tamás Szirmay