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John H. Moffitt
1843Jan, 8

John H. Moffitt

John H. Moffitt, American sergeant and politician, Medal of Honor recipient (d. 1926)
John Henry Moffitt (January 8, 1843 – August 14, 1926) was a United States Representative from New York and the recipient of the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Civil War.

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Events on 1843

  • 11Feb

    I Lombardi alla prima crociata

    Giuseppe Verdi's opera I Lombardi alla prima crociata receives its first performance in Milan, Italy.
  • 16May

    Oregon Trail

    The first major wagon train heading for the Pacific Northwest sets out on the Oregon Trail with one thousand pioneers from Elm Grove, Missouri.
  • 17Jun

    New Zealand Wars

    The Wairau Affray, the first serious clash of arms between Māori and British settlers in the New Zealand Wars, takes place.
  • 19Jul

    SS Great Britain

    Brunel's steamship the SS Great Britain is launched, becoming the first ocean-going craft with an iron hull and screw propeller, becoming the largest vessel afloat in the world.
  • 21Sep

    Strait of Magellan

    John Williams Wilson takes possession of the Strait of Magellan on behalf of the newly independent Chilean government.