Event of Interest
Jul 1 The Dominion of Canada is formed, comprising the provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario & Quebec, with John A. Macdonald serving as the first Prime Minister

John A. Macdonald
- Jul 2 1st US elevated railroad begins service, NYC
Historic Expedition
Jul 9 An unsuccessful expedition led by E.D Young sets out to search for Dr David Livingstone (Scottish missionary and explorer)

David Livingstone
Event of Interest
Jul 19 US Congress passes 3rd Reconstruction Act over President Andrew Johnson's veto

Andrew Johnson