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What Happened on July 19, 1848

American Women Demand Their Rights

Historical Events

1st US Women's Rights Convention

1st US women's rights convention held in Seneca Falls NY, organised by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott

  • German Parliament demands Dutch province of Limburg

Famous Birthdays

  • Cornelis Adrianus Pekelharing, Dutch physician, born in Zaandam, Netherlands (d. 1922)

About July 19, 1848

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 175 years, 11 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Cancer