Historical Events
- John Willis Menard from Louisiana is elected the first black US Congressman (opposition to his election means he never sits in Congress)
Election of Interest
Ulysses S. Grant (R) wins US presidential election over Horatio Seymour (D)
About November 3, 1868
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 154 years, 4 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio
