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What Happened on May 26, 1857

Historical Events

Dred Scott Freed

US slave Dred Scott and family freed by owner Henry Taylor Blow, only 3 months after US courts ruled against them in Dred Scott v. Sandford

1857 Highlights

About May 26, 1857

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 167 years, 1 month and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Gemini