Mid- May to mid- July – Great Flood of 1851: Extensive flooding sweeps across the Midwestern United States. The town of Des Moines is virtually washed away, and many rainfall records …

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At the Ohio Women’s Rights Convention, on May 29, 1851, the formerly enslaved woman Sojourner Truth rises to speak and assert her right to equality as a woman, as well as a Black …

This collection of brief essays describes important events and personalities in Senate history, and highlights recurring themes in the Senate's institutional development during the years of Civil …

What happened in the year 1851 in history? Famous historical events that shook and changed the world. Discover events in 1851.

Explore what happened in 1851 in history. Find significant events, births, and deaths by date to uncover key moments from the past.

1851 was a year of significant events and innovations around the world: - The Great Exhibition: Held in London's Crystal Palace, the Great Exhibition showcased technological and industrial …