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Daily Archives: April 16, 2011
William L. Patterson
April 16, 1861 William L. Patterson was mustered into the 1st Ohio Volunteer Infantry, Co. C (Dayton Light Guards) on April 16, 1861 for a 3-month enlistment. He was 22 years old. His rank was 1st Sergeant. The 1st OVI … Continue reading
Happy Birthday, Wilbur
Wilbur Wright was born April 16, 1867, in Millville, Indiana, the third child of Bishop Milton Wright and his wife, Susan Koerner Wright. This portrait was taken when he was about 13 years old. More information about our Wright Brothers … Continue reading