Births on March 15

William Milligan

Born on March 15, 1821

William Milligan, Scottish theologian, author, and educator (d. 1892)

William Milligan (15 March 1821 – 11 December 1893) was a renowned Scottish theologian. He studied at the University of Halle in Germany, and eventually became a professor at the University of Aberdeen. He is best known for his commentary on the Revelation of St. John. He also wrote two other well-known books that are classics: The Resurrection of our Lord and The Ascension of our Lord.

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Events on 1821

22 Feb

Danubian Principalities
Greek War of Independence: Alexander Ypsilantis crosses the Prut river at Sculeni into the Danubian Principalities.
8 May

Battle of Gravia Inn
Greek War of Independence: The Greeks defeat the Turks at the Battle of Gravia Inn.
26 May

Greek War of Independence
Establishment of the Peloponnesian Senate by the Greek rebels.
9 Jul

Greek War of Independence
Four hundred and seventy prominent Cypriots including Archbishop Kyprianos are executed in response to Cypriot aid to the Greek War of Independence
23 Jul

Monemvasia
While the Mora Rebellion continues, Greeks capture Monemvasia Castle. Turkish troops and citizens are transferred to Minor Asia coasts.

Births on March 15

William Milligan

Born on March 15, 1821

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Events on 1821

Danubian Principalities

Battle of Gravia Inn

Greek War of Independence

Greek War of Independence

Monemvasia