'Ship in Distress' Sails Into History Books
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Historical Events
- HMS Kite chases the steamship SS Savannah on its historic voyage across the Atlantic for 3 hours off the coast of Ireland believing it to be on fire. Unable to catch the steamship HMS Kite fires warning shots forcing it to stop and be inspected to the amazement of the British.
1819 Highlights
About June 19, 1819
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 204 years, 10 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
