Historical Events
- Austria & Sardinia sign cease fire
Historic Event
US Barnburners (anti-slavery) party merges with Free Soil Party nominating Martin Van Buren for president
Famous Deaths
- Frederick Marryat, English captain and author (Mr Midshipman Easy), dies
1848 Highlights
About August 9, 1848
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 174 years, 5 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
