Historical Events
- 16th Grand National: John Tasker wins aboard race favourite Bourton at 4/1
- German psychologist Friedrich Eduard Beneke disappears; two years later his remains are found in a canal near Charlottenburg.
- SS City of Glasgow leaves Liverpool harbour with approximately 480 passengers and crew; she was never seen again
About March 1, 1854
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 170 years, 2 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
