Historical Events
- The United States annexes New Mexico
Famous Birthdays
- Melville E. Stone, American newspaper publisher (Founder of Chicago Daily News), born in Hudson, Illinois (d. 1929)
Famous Weddings
Ulysses S. Grant
Soldier and later US President Ulysses S. Grant (26) marries Julia Dent
1848 Highlights
About August 22, 1848
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 175 years, 1 month and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
