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What Happened on July 5, 1841

Historical Events

  • Thomas Cook opens first travel agency

Famous Birthdays

  • William C. Whitney, American financier and 31st United States Secretary of the Navy, born in Conway, Massachusetts (d. 1904)

About July 5, 1841

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 183 years and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer