Historical Events
- The Cornwall Railway opens across the Royal Albert Bridge linking the counties of Devon and Cornwall in England.
Famous Deaths
- Joseph Diez Gergonne, French mathematician, dies at 87
1859 Highlights
About May 4, 1859
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 164 years, 4 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
