Historical Events
- Anthony Faas, of Philadelphia Pennsylvania, is granted a second patent for improvements to the accordion (Patent No. 15511A)
Famous Birthdays
- "Diamond Jim" Brady, American financier (d. 1917)
1856 Highlights
About August 12, 1856
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 166 years, 7 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
