Historical Events
- Jefferson Long of Georgia is first African American to make an official speech in US House of Representatives (opposing leniency to former Confederates)
Famous Deaths
- Alexander Nikoleyevich Serov, Russian composer, dies at 51
1871 Highlights
About February 1, 1871
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 152 years, 1 month and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius
