The Albert Bridge opened in London, England.
Andrew Hallidie introduced the cable car to San Francisco after witnessing a horse and carriage accident.
Priam's Treasure was discovered.
Leo Delibes' opera 'Le Roi l'a Dit' premiered in Paris at the Opéra-Comique.
Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis patented the first blue jeans with copper rivets.
The Spanish National Assembly officially abolished slavery in Puerto Rico.
Inventor John Hyatt registered cellulose nitrate (celluloid) as a trademark.
