What Happened on July 24, 1870

Historical Events

  • 1st trans-US rail service begins

Famous Birthdays

  • Frederick Law Olmsted Jr., American landscape architect, born in Staten Island, New York (d. 1957)

About July 24, 1870

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 153 years, 9 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo