Historical Events
- Jefferson Long of Georgia is first African American to make an official speech in US House of Representatives (opposing leniency to former Confederates)
Famous Deaths
- Alexander Nikoleyevich Serov, Russian composer, dies at 51
Died in 1871 1871 Highlights
About February 1, 1871
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 153 years, 6 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius
