May 19
Today In History

Historical Events in 1846

1846 The abolition of slavery in Tunisia marks a significant step towards emancipation, echoing a global movement toward ending this cruel institution.

1846 After a period of conflict known as the Milwaukee Bridge War, the United States witnessed the unification of Juneautown and Kilbourntown, leading to the creation of the City of Milwaukee on January 31, 1846.

1846 The pioneers embark on their westward journey from Nauvoo, Illinois, marking the genesis of a new chapter in their history as they make their way to the Salt Lake Valley.

1846 The Battle of Sobraon marks the ultimate British triumph over the Sikhs, culminating the First Anglo-Sikh War in historic fashion.

1846 In Austin, Texas, the inauguration of the newly formed Texas state government marks the official transition of power following Texas' annexation by the United States.

1846 Kraków becomes the epicenter of a Polish insurgency, as rebels rise to kindle the flames of national independence. This uprising marks a pivotal moment in Poland's quest for sovereignty.

1846 The Thornton Affair ignited open conflict over the Texas border dispute, triggering the Mexican-American War, a significant event that would shape the destiny of the region.

1846 In Nauvoo, Illinois, the dedicated few remaining Mormons consecrate the Nauvoo Temple, an important religious milestone for the Latter-day Saint movement.

1846 The Cambridge Chronicle, America's venerable weekly newspaper, sees its inaugural publication in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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1846 In 1846, the ill-fated Donner Party embarked on their harrowing journey from Independence, Missouri, to California, an expedition marked by hardship and, tragically, cannibalism.

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1846 In the bustling metropolis of New York City, a historic moment unfolded as the Associated Press was founded, establishing a non-profit news cooperative that would shape the course of journalism.

1846 The chapter of the Mexican-American War closed on May 23, 1846, as the United States and Mexico agreed to the Treaty of Hidalgo, formally ending the war and recognizing Texas as a part of the United States.

1846 Bear Flag Revolt: Anglo settlers in Sonoma, California, initiated the Bear Flag Revolt, proclaiming the California Republic and rebelling against Mexico.

1846 The Oregon Treaty redraws the map, extending the U.S.-British North America border to the Pacific Ocean, reshaping the continent.

1846 The Papal conclave of 1846 selects Pope Pius IX, embarking on the longest papal reign in history and influencing the course of the Catholic Church.

1846 The first officially recorded organized baseball game, played according to Alexander Cartwright's rules, took place on Hoboken, New Jersey's Elysian Fields. The New York Base Ball Club defeated the Knickerbockers 23-1.

1846 The US begins its conquest of California as troops occupy Monterey and Yerba Buena, a crucial chapter in the expansion of the American West.

1846 The establishment of the Second Federal Republic of Mexico reflects the ever-evolving political landscape in a nation marked by frequent change.

1846 Elias Howe's innovation transformed the world of textiles in 1846 when he was granted a patent for the sewing machine.

1846 A tale of romance unfolds as Elizabeth Barrett elopes with her beloved Robert Browning, defying societal norms and capturing hearts.

1846 The massacre at the Nepalese palace court by Jang Bahadur and his brothers left a haunting legacy in Nepalese history, forever changing the political landscape.

1846 Mélanie Calvat and Maximin Giraud experience a Marian apparition at Our Lady of La Salette in France.

1846 Astronomers Le Verrier, Adams, and Galle collaborate on Neptune's discovery, advancing celestial knowledge.

1846 Mexican history takes a turn with significant events occurring on this date.

1846 October 10, 1846, marked a celestial discovery as English astronomer William Lassell identified Triton, the largest moon of Neptune, expanding our understanding of the solar system.

1846 The administration of ether anesthesia by William T. G. Morton during a surgical operation in 1846 marked a milestone in the history of medicine.

1846 The British acquisition of Labuan from the Sultanate of Brunei enriches the British Empire's maritime holdings.

1846 Iowa joins the United States as the 29th state, contributing to the nation's growth and expansion.

1846 The Battle of Aliwal, India, culminates in a British victory under Sir Harry Smith, shaping the course of colonial history.

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