Historical Events
A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand
Abraham Lincoln says "A house divided against itself cannot stand" accepting Illinois Republican Party's nomination for the Senate
Famous Birthdays
- Gustav V, king of Sweden (1907-50), born in Stockholm (d. 1950)
Famous Deaths
John Snow (1813-1858)
English physician who studied cholera and is considered the 'Father of modern epidemiology', dies of a stroke at 45
Died in 1858 1858 Highlights
About June 16, 1858
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 165 years, 10 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
