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What Happened on October 23, 1868

Famous Birthdays

  • Frederick Lanchester, English Engineer who built the first British petrol automobile (1896), born in London, England (d. 1946)

Famous Deaths

  • Cullen Whipple, American inventor (pointed screw machine), dies at 67
Died in 1868 1868 Highlights

About October 23, 1868

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 155 years, 9 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Scorpio