What Happened on July 25, 1814

Historical Events

  • Battle of Niagara Falls (Lundy's Lane); Americans defeat British

Railroad History

English engineer George Stephenson introduces his first steam locomotive, a travelling engine designed for hauling coal on the Killingworth wagonway named Blücher

Famous Weddings

Charles Babbage

Inventor Charles Babbage (21) weds Georgina Whitmore at St. Michael's Church in Devon, England

Famous Deaths

  • Charles Dibdin, British composer, author (Sea Songs), and actor, dies at 69
1814 Highlights

About July 25, 1814

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 208 years, 6 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo