Historical Events
Siemens & Halske
German inventor and industrialist Werner von Siemens founds Siemens AG & Halske
- Maria Mitchell discovers a non-naked-eye comet
Famous Birthdays
- Annie Besant, English social reformer and supporter of Indian independence, born in London (d. 1933)
About October 1, 1847
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 176 years, 9 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
