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What Happened on May 18, 1869

Historical Events

  • Robert Tanner Freeman is 1st African American to graduate from Harvard Dental School
  • Surrender and dissolution of the Ezo Republic to Japan

Famous Birthdays

  • Ruprecht, crown prince of Bavaria and WWI Commander of the 6th army, last heir to the Bavarian throne, born in Munich (d. 1955)

About May 18, 1869

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 155 years, 2 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Taurus