What Happened on February 1, 1810

Historical Events

  • 1st insurance company managed by African Americans, The African Insurance Company opens in Philadelphia
  • Seville, Spain surrenders to the French without a fight
  • US Population: 7,239,881, African American population: 1,377,808 (19%)

Famous Birthdays

  • Charles Lenox Remond, African-American orator and abolitionist, born in Salem, Massachusetts (d. 1873)

About February 1, 1810

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 214 years, 3 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius