Historedia
Person

Henry Wilson

Events
2
Episodes
5
Years
1783–1873

Every event in Historedia whose sources name Henry Wilson, with the role they cite and all of that event’s episodes. This is not a biography, and mentions are grouped by name, so two people with the same name can share this page.

Events and episodes

  1. Wreck of the Antelope

    1783

    Role: Captain of the Antelope and shipwreck survivor

    1. August 1783 · Island of Oroolong in Western PalauWreck of the Antelope off Oroolong

      The East India Company packet Antelope was wrecked on Oroolong in Western Palau in August 1783 while voyaging to China.

    2. August–November 1783 (approximate) · Pelew Islands (Palau)Three Months on Palau

      Survivors of the wreck, including Captain Henry Wilson, spent three months on Palau after losing their ship.

  2. Ulysses S. Grant sworn in for a second term

    1873

    Role: Vice President

    1. March 4, 1873 · East Portico of the United States CapitolSecond Inauguration Ceremony

      Grant was sworn in for his second term at the Capitol, marking the start of his final term and Wilson's vice presidency.

    2. March 4, 1873 · Inaugural BallCold Weather Inaugural Ball

      Despite extreme cold, an inaugural ball was held, featuring social integration and a brief presidential appearance.

    3. March 5, 1873 · Ball BuildingMasquerade Ball Follow-up

      A masquerade ball was held the following day, though the president did not attend.

Sources

  1. Prince Lee Boo Wikipedia, revision of 2025-06-04
  2. Second inauguration of Ulysses S. Grant Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-19