Historical Events
- 2nd Grand National: Bartholomew Bretherton wins aboard 16/1 Jerry; a then smallest field of 13
Famous Birthdays
- Constance Fenimore Woolson, American writer (Jupiter Lights), born in Claremont, New Hampshire (d. 1894)
About March 5, 1840
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 184 years, 1 month and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Pisces
