Historical Events
Ex-slaves Granted Citizenship
US Secretary of State William H. Seward announces the ratification of the 14th Amendment by the states, granting citizenship to ex-slaves
Famous Birthdays
- George Morren, Flemish painter and sculptor, born in Antwerp (d. 1941)
- Thomas P. Krag, Norwegian author and novelist (Jon Graeff, Ulf Ran), born in Kragerø, Norway (d. 1913)
About July 28, 1868
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 156 years and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
