28th United States Congress - Major Events

Major Events

See also: 1843 in the United States, 1844 in the United States, and 1845 in the United States
  • May 24, 1844: The first electrical telegram was sent by Samuel F. B. Morse from the U.S. Capitol to the B&O Railroad "outer depot" in Baltimore, Maryland, saying "What hath God wrought".
  • December 4, 1844: U.S. presidential election, 1844: James K. Polk defeated Henry Clay

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