Historical Events
- Second Seminole War declared over by Colonel Worth; Indians go on to be removed from Florida to Oklahoma
Famous Birthdays
- Henry Duff Traill, British author and journalist (The Marquis of Salisbury), born in Blackheath, London (d. 1900)
1842 Highlights
About August 14, 1842
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 177 years, 11 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo