Births on August 31

Agnes Bulmer

Born on August 31, 1775

Agnes Bulmer, English poet and author (d. 1836)

Agnes Bulmer (31 August 1775 – 20 August 1836) was an English poet. She is believed to have written the longest epic poem ever written by a woman. The piece, Messiah's Kingdom, took over nine years to complete.

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Events on 1775

8 Mar

Abolitionism in the United States
An anonymous writer, thought by some to be Thomas Paine, publishes "African Slavery in America", the first article in the American colonies calling for the emancipation of slaves and the abolition of slavery.
18 Apr

Battles of Lexington and Concord
American Revolution: The British advancement by sea begins; Paul Revere and other riders warn the countryside of the troop movements.
19 Apr

Battles of Lexington and Concord
American Revolutionary War: The war begins with an American victory in Concord during the battles of Lexington and Concord.
17 Jun

Battle of Bunker Hill
American Revolutionary War: Colonists inflict heavy casualties on British forces while losing the Battle of Bunker Hill.
3 Jul

George Washington
American Revolutionary War: George Washington takes command of the Continental Army at Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Births on August 31

Agnes Bulmer

Born on August 31, 1775

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Events on 1775

Abolitionism in the United States

Battles of Lexington and Concord

Battles of Lexington and Concord

Battle of Bunker Hill

George Washington