February 11, 2017

February 11th in History II


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On February 11th in 1794 1st session of US Senate open to the public

On February 11th in 1808 Judge Jesse Fell experimented by burning anthracite coal to keep his house warm. He successfully showed how clean the coal burned and how cheaply it could be used as a heating fuel.

On February 11th in 1809 Robert Fulton patents steamboat

On February 11th in 1811 President Madison prohibits trade with Britain for 3rd time in 4 years

On February 11th in 1812 The term "gerrymandering" had its beginning when the Governor of Massachusetts, Elbridge Gerry, signed a redistricting Bill that favored his party.

On February 11th in 1826 University College London founded; known until 1836 as London University

On February 11th in 1837 American Physiological Society organizes in Boston

On February 11th in 1852 First British public female toilet opens (Bedford Street, London)

On February 11th in 1854 Major streets lit by coal gas for 1st time

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