What Happened on April 28, 1774

Famous Birthdays

  • Francis Baily, English astronomer and describer of "Baily's Beads" during solar eclipse, born in Newbury, Berkshire, England (d. 1844)

Famous Weddings

John Jay

Chief Justice John Jay (28) weds Sarah Van Brugh Livingston (17)

1774 Highlights

About April 28, 1774

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 249 years and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Taurus