Births on March 16

William Henry Monk

Born on March 16, 1823

William Henry Monk, English organist and composer (d. 1889)

William Henry Monk (16 March 1823 – 1 March 1889) was an English organist, church musician and music editor who composed popular hymn tunes, including "Eventide", used for the hymn "Abide with Me", and "All Things Bright and Beautiful". He also wrote music for church services and anthems.

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Events on 1823

2 Jul

Portuguese rule in Brazil
Bahia Independence Day: The end of Portuguese rule in Brazil, with the final defeat of the Portuguese crown loyalists in the province of Bahia.
24 Jul

Chile
Slavery is abolished in Chile.
24 Jul

Battle of Lake Maracaibo
In Maracaibo, Venezuela the naval Battle of Lake Maracaibo takes place, where Admiral José Prudencio Padilla, defeats the Spanish Navy, thus culminating the independence for the Gran Colombia.
12 Oct

Raincoat
Charles Macintosh of Scotland sells the first raincoat.

Births on March 16

William Henry Monk

Born on March 16, 1823

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Events on 1823

Portuguese rule in Brazil

Chile

Battle of Lake Maracaibo

Raincoat