Historical Events
- Austria & Sardinia sign cease fire
Event of Interest
US Barnburners (anti-slavery) party merges with Free Soil Party nominating Martin Van Buren for president
Martin Van Buren
Famous Deaths
- Frederick Marryat, English captain/author (Mr Midshipman Easy), dies
1848 Highlights
About August 9, 1848
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 172 years, 11 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
