Historical Events
- John Willis Menard from Louisiana is elected the first black US Congressman (opposition to his election means he never sits in Congress)
Ulysses S. Grant Elected
Ulysses S. Grant (R) wins US presidential election over Horatio Seymour (D)
About November 3, 1868
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 155 years, 6 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio
