ASPCA Founded By Henry Bergh

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April 10, 1866 –  The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is founded in New York City by philanthropist and diplomat Henry Bergh.  Bergh was also one of the founding activists in the United States child protection movement.

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