Famous Birthdays
- Vincent de Moro-Giafferi, French criminal attorney, born in Paris (d. 1956)
Famous Deaths
- Gottfried Herrmann, German violinist, organist, Kapellmeister, and composer, dies at 70
- Robert Stirling, Scottish inventor (Stirling cycle engine) (b. 1790)
1878 Highlights
About June 6, 1878
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 144 years, 11 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
