Historical Events
- New Orleans businessman Oliver Pollock creates the "$" symbol
Famous Weddings
Phillis Wheatley
American poet Phillis Wheatley (24) weds grocer and advocate for black rights John Peters
Died in 1778 1778 Highlights
About April 1, 1778
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 246 years, 3 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aries
