Famous Birthdays
William B. Cushing (1842-1874)
American naval officer (best known for sinking the CSS Albemarle during a daring nighttime raid on 27 October 1864), born in Delafield, Wisconsin
Famous Weddings
Mary Todd Lincoln & Abraham Lincoln
American socialite Mary Todd (23) weds Illinois Congressman and lawyer Abraham Lincoln (33) in Springfield, Illinois
Died in 1842 1842 Highlights
About November 4, 1842
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 181 years, 8 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Scorpio