Historical Events tagged with "1819"
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First Savings Bank in the U.S. Opens
The Bank for Savings in the City of New-York was established as the first savings bank in the United States, marking a significant shift in financial accessibility for the public. The bank aimed to promote the habit of saving among the working class and lower-middle class citizens, allowing them to deposit small amounts of money securely. Located in New York City, this institution was founded by a group of philanthropists who recognized the need for a financial institution focused on savings rather than lending. Its inception represented a new approach to personal finance, encouraging the financially disenfranchised to accumulate savings for future needs.
Continue ReadingDiscovery of the Great Comet of 1819
Johann Georg Tralles discovered the Great Comet of 1819, noted as C/1819 N1. This comet garnered significant attention as it was the first to be analyzed using polarimetry by the renowned French physicist François Arago. The observations indicated distinct polarization patterns that contributed to the understanding of comets and their atmospheric compositions.
Continue ReadingHouse of Representatives Passes Missouri Compromise
The United States House of Representatives approved the Missouri Compromise, a significant legislative decision aimed at resolving the contentious issue of slavery. This compromise allowed Missouri to enter the Union as a slave state while Maine entered as a free state. The agreement also established a geographic boundary for slavery in the western territories, drawing a line at the latitude of 36°30′ north. This legislation was crucial in attempting to balance the interests of both pro-slavery and anti-slavery factions within Congress and the nation.
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