Historical Events
Event of Interest
American women's right to vote advocate Susan B. Anthony votes for Ulysses S. Grant
Susan B. Anthony
Election of Interest
Ulysses S. Grant re-elected US President
Ulysses S. Grant
Famous Deaths
- Thomas Sully, American portrait painter (Queen Victoria), dies at 89
1872 Highlights
About November 5, 1872
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 148 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio