Historical Events
Historic Expedition
Lewis and Clark Expedition leaves Fort Mandan (on the Missouri River near what is now Washburn, North Dakota), beginning their journey to the Pacific Ocean
Music Premiere
Premiere of Ludwig van Beethoven's "Eroica" (Symphony No. 3), at the Theater an der Wien, Vienna, conducted by the composer; contemporary reviews were mixed
Famous Birthdays
- Francis Wilkinson Pickens, (Gov-SC, Confederacy), (d. 1869)
About April 7, 1805
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 218 years, 1 month and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aries
