Historical Events
Execution
On command of Louis Riel, Thomas Scott is executed by a firing squad. Riel rejects all appeals and requests to intervene in an attempt to demonstrate to the Canadian government that the Métis must be taken seriously
Famous Birthdays
- Thomas Sturge Moore, English poet (d. 1944)
1870 Highlights
About March 4, 1870
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 153 years, 3 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
