What Happened on July 3, 1890

Historical Events

  • Idaho admitted as 43rd US state

Event of Interest

King Leopold II gives Congo, previously a private possession, to Belgium

Famous Deaths

  • Gilman Marston, American Brigadier General (Union Army) and politician (R-NH), dies at 78
Died in 1890 1890 Highlights

About July 3, 1890

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 133 years, 10 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Cancer