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What Happened on January 19, 1785

Historical Events

  • First manned balloon flight in Ireland

Famous Deaths

  • Jonathan Toup, English classical scholar and critic (b. 1713)
Died in 1785 1785 Highlights

About January 19, 1785

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 239 years, 6 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Capricorn