WHAT ALL HAPPENED JULY TO AUGUST 1886
Find out what all happened July to August 1886

An earthquake kills 100 in Charleston, South Carolina. (31. August 1886)

The people of France offer the Statue of Liberty to the people of the United States. (4. July 1886)

The New York Tribune becomes the first newspaper to use a linotype machine, eliminating typesetting by hand. (3. July 1886)

Karl Benz officially unveils the Benz Patent Motorwagen – the first purpose-built automobile. (3. July 1886)

The first scheduled Canadian transcontinental train arrives in Port Moody, British Columbia. (4. July 1886)

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