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What Happened on May 10, 1823

Historical Events

  • 1st steamboat to navigate the Mississippi River arrives at Fort Snelling

Famous Birthdays

  • John Sherman, American politician (Secretary of State, 1897-98; US Senator from Ohio,1861-77 & 1881-97; Secretary of the Treasury, 1877-81; US Representative from Ohio, 1855-61), born in Lancaster, Ohio (d. 1900)

About May 10, 1823

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 201 years, 2 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Taurus