Historical Events
- New York State Commission on Emigration assumes lease of Castle Garden (now known as Castle Clinton), at the lower tip of Manhattan, to be used for immigration [1]
Famous Deaths
- Robert Inglis, English Conservative politician known for his staunch high church views, dies at 69
Died in 1855 1855 Highlights
About May 5, 1855
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 169 years and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
