Historical Events
- The National Gallery in London opens to the public in its temporary home in a townhouse on Pall Mall
Famous Birthdays
- Charles Henry Van Wyck, American politician and Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Poughkeepsie, New York (d. 1895)
1824 Highlights
About May 10, 1824
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 196 years, 2 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus