Famous Birthdays
William B. Cushing (1842-1874)
American naval officer (best known for sinking the CSS Albemarle during a daring nighttime raid on 27 October 1864), born in Delafield, Wisconsin
Famous Weddings
Mary Todd Lincoln & Abraham Lincoln
American socialite Mary Todd (23) weds Illinois Congressman and lawyer Abraham Lincoln (33) in Springfield, Illinois
Died in 1842 1842 Highlights
About November 4, 1842
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 181 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Scorpio