Famous Deaths
- Halfdan Kjerulf, Norwegian composer (Brudefaerden i Hardanger), dies at 52
- Thaddeus Stevens, US Radical Republican congressional leader (Rep-R-Pennsylvania 1849-53 1859-68), dies at 76
Died in 1868 1868 Highlights
About August 11, 1868
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 155 years, 8 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo