
1864
English-born NZ politician who served twice as PM 1882-1883 NZ polician and later served as Governor of Western Australia, Governor of Tasmania and Governor of the Straits Settlements Jockey - S. Davis, Trainer - S. Mahon, Owner - H. Fisher, Time - 3.52.00 Establishes rules for the treatment of battlefield casualties. Britain cedes the Ionian Islands to Greece. Ends the Second War of Schleswig between Austria and Prussia. The Beautiful Helen or "The Fair Helen" German composer of orchestral and operatic works; best known for his "tone poems" Commonly known as Banjo Paterson. A famous Australian bush poet, journalist and author. Confederate General American
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