What Happened In August 1855 In History

Historical Events for August, 1855

• 1st » The first ascent of Monte Rosa, the second highest summit in the Alps.

Famous Birthdays on August in 1855

• 3rd » Joe Hunter (cricketer) or Joe Hunter, English cricketer (d. 1891)
• 11th » John Hodges, Australian cricketer (d. 1933)
• 18th » Alfred Wallis, English painter (d. 1942)

Famous Deaths for August 1855

• 7th » Mariano Arista, Mexican general and politician, 19th President of Mexico (b. 1802)
• 16th » Henry Colburn, English publisher (b. 1785)

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