What Happened on September 11, 1862

Historical Events

British Golf Open

British Open Men's Golf, Prestwick GC: Tom Morris Sr retains his title; beats Willie Park Sr. by 3 strokes

Famous Birthdays

  • Hawley Harvey Crippen [Dr Crippen], American homeopath and first killer to be caught with the aid of wireless telegraphy, born in Coldwater, Michigan (d. 1910)
  • Julian Byng, 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy, British army officer, born in Wrotham Park, Hertfordshire, England (d. 1935)

O. Henry (1862-1910)

American short story writer (Cabbages and Kings), born in Greensboro, North Carolina


About September 11, 1862

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 161 years, 7 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo