Abigail Fillmore, American wife of Millard Fillmore, 14th First Lady of the United States (d. 1853)
Abigail Fillmore (née Powers; March 13, 1798 – March 30, 1853), wife of President Millard Fillmore, was the first lady of the United States from 1850 to 1853. A teacher by profession, she was a notable scholar, who built a library at the White House and started a literary salon. Her husband respected her political judgment, and was willing to consult her on state matters.
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1798Mar, 13
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Irish Rebellion of 1798
The Battle of New Ross: The attempt to spread the United Irish Rebellion into Munster is defeated. - 1Aug
Battle of the Nile
French Revolutionary Wars: Battle of the Nile (Battle of Aboukir Bay): Battle begins when a British fleet engages the French Revolutionary Navy fleet in an unusual night action. - 2Aug
Battle of the Nile
French Revolutionary Wars: The Battle of the Nile concludes in a British victory. - 22Aug
Irish Rebellion of 1798
French troops land at Kilcummin, County Mayo, Ireland to aid the rebellion. - 27Aug
Irish Rebellion of 1798
Wolfe Tone's United Irish and French forces clash with the British Army in the Battle of Castlebar, part of the Irish Rebellion of 1798, resulting in the creation of the French puppet Republic of Connacht.