Historical Events
- Louis Faidherbe, French governor of Senegal, arrives to relieve French forces at Kayes, effectively ending El Hajj Umar Tall's war against the French
1857 Highlights
About July 18, 1857
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 166 years, 9 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer
