As of the start of 1880, the Gregorian calendar was 12 days ahead of the Julian calendar, which remained in localized use until 1923.

Learn about 74 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1880 or search by date or keyword.

Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths. On June 5, 1880, George Bernard Shaw, 23, quits his job at …

Jul 2, 2025 · 1880 was a pivotal year in American history, marking a crucial transition from an agrarian society to an industrial power. The growth of the railroad, the expansion of …

What happened in the year 1880 in history? Famous historical events that shook and changed the world. Discover events in 1880.

January 1, 1880 - The construction of the Panama Canal begins under French auspices, although it would eventually fail on the sea level canal in 1893, and would be bought out by the United …

The history of the United States from 1880 and the decade that followed. Learn about the events that shaped the lives of your ancestors in 1880.

Between 1880 and 1900, cities in the United States grew at a dramatic rate. Owing most of their population growth to the expansion of industry, U.S. cities grew by about 15 million people in …

November 2 – U.S. presidential election, 1880: James A. Garfield defeats Winfield Scott Hancock. November 4 – The first cash register is patented by James and John Ritty of Dayton, Ohio. …

Despite the economic prosperity that flourished during the 1880s, the decade was also a period of great violence and political upheaval. In 1881, President James Garfield was assassinated …