1851. George Crabbe, an eminent English author, died near London, aged 73.
1852. An earthquake at Acapulco did great damage to the city, though without destroying any lives. Shocks were continued for a considerable time.
1853. Kalafat attacked by the Russians, who were repulsed with great slaughter.
DECEMBER 5.
1056. Macbeth, usurper of the Scottish throne, slain by Macduff, after a reign of 17 years.
1492. Columbus discovered the island of Hispaniola, called by the natives Hayti, or high country, from its mountains; Quesqueya, or the whole, from its dimensions; and Bohio, or house, from its very superior civilization.
1518. John James Trivulci, marshal of France, died. He was banished from Milan, his native country, and entered into the service of Charles VIII, under whom he distinguished himself repeatedly in battle.
1537. An order for the expulsion of all the gypsies from England.
1560. Francis II, of France, died, aged 17, after a reign of 17 months. He had lately married Mary, queen of Scots.
1639. Henry Wotton, an English statesman and poet, died, leaving many writings.