Historical Events
Lincoln's Patent
Abraham Lincoln receives a patent (only US President to do so) for a device to lift a boat over shoals and obstructions
Famous Birthdays
- Louis Perrier, Swiss politician and member of the Swiss Federal Council, born in Neuchâtel, Switzerland (d. 1913)
1849 Highlights
About May 22, 1849
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 174 years and 4 months
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
