What Happened on June 24, 1859

Historical Events

Battle of Solferino

Battle of Solferino, Northern Italy: French under Napoleon III and a Sardinian army under Victor Emmanuel II defeat the Austrian army led by Emperor Franz Joseph I

1859 Highlights

About June 24, 1859

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 164 years, 10 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer