Famous Birthdays
Hugo Eckener (1868-1954)
German inventor and commander of the famous Graf Zeppelin during its record-setting flights, born in Flensburg, Schleswig-Holstein
- Paul Warburg, German-American investment banker who influenced and encouraged the design of the Federal Reserve, born in Hamburg, Germany (d. 1932)
Famous Deaths
- Hadzhi Dimitar, Bulgarian military leader and revolutionary who fought against Ottoman rule, killed in battle at 28
1868 Highlights
About August 10, 1868
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 155 years, 1 month and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
