What Happened on October 3, 1849

Historical Events

Edgar Allan Poe's Mysterious Demise

American author Edgar Allan Poe is found delirious in a gutter in Baltimore, Maryland under mysterious circumstances; it is the last time he is seen in public before his death.

1849 Highlights

About October 3, 1849

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 174 years, 7 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra