Famous Birthdays
- Anson Jones, 5th and last President of Texas, born in Great Barrington, Massachusetts (d. 1858)
Famous Deaths
- Christian Cannabich, German violinist, composer and royal chaplain master, dies at 66
Died in 1798 1798 Highlights
About January 20, 1798
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 226 years, 6 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius
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Over 90