Historical Events
Event of Interest
US Secretary of State William H. Seward announces 14th Amendment ratified by states, grants citizenship to ex-slaves
William H. Seward
Famous Birthdays
- George Morren, Flemish painter and sculptor, born in Antwerp (d. 1941)
- Thomas P. Krag, Norwegian author and novelist (Jon Graeff, Ulf Ran), born in Kragerø, Norway (d. 1913)
1868 Highlights
About July 28, 1868
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 151 years, 5 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
