Historical Events
- US Congress adopts Ordinance of 1787 (Northwest Ordinance), establishes first organized US territory, sets requirements for statehood - guaranteeing equal status with original 13 states, outlawing slavery, and protecting civil liberties [1]
Famous Birthdays
- Pellegrino Rossi, Italian economist and politician, born in Carrara, Duchy of Massa and Carrara (now Italy) (d. 1848)
About July 13, 1787
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 237 years and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer
