Historical Events
- Denmark phases out slavery, beginning with all new-born children of enslaved women, the parent-generation is freed the following year [1]
Famous Weddings
Otto von Bismarck
Future German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck (32) weds noblewoman Johanna von Puttkamer (23) in Kolczyglowy, Poland
Famous Deaths
- John Walter II, English newspaper owner (who made The Times into an important newspaper, 1812-47), dies at 71
Died in 1847 1847 Highlights
About July 28, 1847
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 176 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
