Historical Events
- Thomas D'Arcy McGee, one of the Canadian Fathers of Confederation is assassinated by the Irish, in one of the few Canadian political assassinations, and only federal politician
Famous Weddings
Brigham Young
American religious leader Brigham Young weds his 53rd wife, American actress and future polygamy critic Anna Webb (24), in Salt Lake City, Utah
Famous Deaths
- Thomas D'Arcy McGee, Irish-Canadian journalist and Father of Confederation, assassinated at 42
Died in 1868 1868 Highlights
About April 7, 1868
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 156 years and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aries
