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What Happened on July 23, 1885

Article: Ulysses S. Grant’s Race Against Time

A man betrayed: Ulysses S. Grant was often let down by people close to him
A man betrayed: Ulysses S. Grant was often let down by people close to him

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Famous Deaths


Person of interestUlysses S. Grant

Ulysses S. Grant, 18th US President (1869-77) and Union general, dies of esophageal cancer in Mount McGregor NY at 63

Union General and US President Ulysses S. Grant
Union General and US President
Ulysses S. Grant

1885 Highlights

About July 23, 1885

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 5 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo



What Happened in 1885