Historical Events
Salt Creek Massacre
Warren Wagon Train raid: Native American Comanche and Kiowa warriors attack a corn train led by Henry Warren near Graham, Texas, killing 7 waggoners. William T. Sherman pursues and captures 3 leaders, Satanta (White Bear), Satank (Sitting Bear) and Addo-eta ( Big Tree).
Famous Birthdays
- Franiska [Franny] zu Reventlow, German writer and feminist, born in Husum, Germany (d. 1918)
1871 Highlights
About May 18, 1871
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 152 years, 4 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
