Historical Events
The Golden Spike
Golden Spike driven, completing the 1st US Transcontinental Railroad at Promontory Summit, Utah and connecting the Central Pacific Railroad with the Union Pacific
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Famous Deaths
- Wilhelm Bernhard Molique, German composer and violonist, dies at 66
1869 Highlights
About May 10, 1869
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 152 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus