What Happened on July 4, 1819

Historical Events

Herschel Sees Comet for Last Time

William Herschel makes last telescopic observation of 1819 comet

Famous Birthdays

  • Reuben Fenton, American merchant and politician (22nd Governor of New York), born in Carroll, New York (d. 1885)

About July 4, 1819

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 204 years, 9 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer