Historical Events
- United Kingdom re-occupies the Cape of Good Hope following victory in the Battle of Blaauwberg over French vassal, the Batavian Republic. Establishes British rule in South Africa.
Famous Birthdays
- Vaclav Jindrich Veit, Czech composer, born in Řepnice, Kingdom of Bohemia (d. 1864)
About January 19, 1806
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 218 years, 5 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
