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What Happened on August 13, 1868

Historical Events

  • Earthquakes kill 25,000 & causes $300 million damages in Peru & Ecuador

Famous Weddings

Wilfrid Laurier

Prime Minister of Canada Wilfrid Laurier (26) weds Zoé Lafontaine (27) in Montreal, Canada

Died in 1868 1868 Highlights

About August 13, 1868

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 155 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Leo