Births on June 19

Friedrich Sertürner

Born on June 19, 1783

Friedrich Sertürner, German chemist and pharmacist (d. 1841)

Friedrich Wilhelm Adam Sertürner (19 June 1783 – 20 February 1841) was a German pharmacist and a pioneer of alkaloid chemistry. He is best known for his discovery of morphine in 1804.

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Events on 1783

15 Mar

Newburgh Conspiracy
In an emotional speech in Newburgh, New York, George Washington asks his officers not to support the Newburgh Conspiracy. The plea is successful and the threatened coup d'état never takes place.
26 May

American Revolution
A Great Jubilee Day held at North Stratford, Connecticut, celebrated the end of fighting in American Revolution.
22 Jun

Laki
A poisonous cloud caused by the eruption of the Laki volcano in Iceland reaches Le Havre in France.
25 Nov

Treaty of Paris (1783)
American Revolutionary War: The last British troops leave New York City three months after the signing of the Treaty of Paris.
4 Dec

Fraunces Tavern
At Fraunces Tavern in New York City, U.S. General George Washington bids farewell to his officers.

Births on June 19

Friedrich Sertürner

Born on June 19, 1783

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Events on 1783

Newburgh Conspiracy

American Revolution

Laki

Treaty of Paris (1783)

Fraunces Tavern