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Charles J. Guiteau, American assassin of james a. garfield, known for assassin of james a. garfield, died on 1882-06-30.

Charles J. Guiteau, American assassin of james a. garfield, known for assassin of james a. garfield, died on 1882-06-30. Charles Julius Guiteau (September 8, 1841 – June 30, 1882) was an American office seeker who assassinated 20th United States president James A. Garfield in 1881.

Historical Significance

Charles J. Guiteau is Assassin of James A. Garfield.

Key People

Charles J. Guiteau

Assassin of James A. Garfield

Assassin of James A. Garfield

Events Before

  1. Ridden by outstanding English jockey Fred Archer, Iroquois wins the Epsom Derby to become the first American-owned and b

    Ridden by outstanding English jockey Fred Archer, Iroquois wins the Epsom Derby to become the first American-owned and bred horse to win a European classic race

  2. Sioux Indian Chief Sitting Bull surrenders to US federal troops at Fort Buford in the Territory of Montana [1] [2]

    Sitting Bull was a Hunkpapa Lakota leader who led his people during years of resistance against United States government policies. Sitting Bull was killed by Indian agency police accompanied by U.S.

  3. Cleopatra's Needle, a 3,500-year-old Ancient Egyptian obelisk, is erected in Central Park, New York [1]

    Cleopatra's Needle, a 3,500-year-old Ancient Egyptian obelisk, is erected in Central Park, New York [1]

  4. Union of Baptists Communities forms in Foxholl

    Union of Baptists Communities forms in Foxholl

  5. Battle at Laing's Neck Natal: Boers beat superior powered British

    Battle at Laing's Neck Natal: Boers beat superior powered British

Events After

  1. The first electric lighting system employing overhead wires, built by Thomas Edison, begins service at Roselle, New Jers

    The first electric lighting system employing overhead wires, built by Thomas Edison, begins service at Roselle, New Jersey

  2. Bob Rogers is acknowledged as the first American pro sports trainer when he is hired by the NY Athletic Club

    Bob Rogers is acknowledged as the first American pro sports trainer when he is hired by the NY Athletic Club

  3. US Senator Albert B. Fall (21) weds Emma Garland Morgan in Clarksville, Texas

    US Senator Albert B. Fall (21) weds Emma Garland Morgan in Clarksville, Texas

  4. Brooklyn Bridge is opened by President Chester A. Arthur and NY Governor Grover Cleveland

    Brooklyn Bridge is opened by President Chester A. Arthur and NY Governor Grover Cleveland

  5. Krakatoa volcano, located west of Java in Indonesia, erupts with a force of 200 megatons of TNT, killing approximately 3

    Krakatoa volcano, located west of Java in Indonesia, erupts with a force of 200 megatons of TNT, killing approximately 36,000 people

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened on June 30, 1882?
Charles J. Guiteau, American assassin of james a. garfield, known for assassin of james a.
Why is Charles J. Guiteau dies significant?
Charles J. Guiteau is Assassin of James A. Garfield.
Who was involved in Charles J. Guiteau dies?
Key figures include Charles J. Guiteau (Assassin of James A. Garfield).

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