What Happened on April 7, 1853

Historical Events

Queen Victoria's Use of Chloroform

Queen Victoria asks John Snow to administer chloroform during the delivery of her eighth child, Leopold, leads to wider acceptance of obstetrical anesthesia

1853 Highlights

About April 7, 1853

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 171 years, 1 month and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aries