Historical Events
- 9th US Postmaster General: John McLean of Ohio takes office; appointed by President Monroe on June 26, not confirmed by US Senate until December 9)
- United Provinces of Central America declares itself independent of Mexico and Spain
About July 1, 1823
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 200 years, 10 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer