What Happened on September 1, 1870

Historical Events

Battle of Sedan

French Emperor Napoleon III is captured and taken prisoner in the Battle of Sedan

Famous Birthdays

  • Timotei Popovici, Romanian priest, choral director, and composer, born in Tincova, Romania (d. 1950)

About September 1, 1870

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 153 years, 8 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo