Famous Birthdays
- Mary Mapes Dodge, American children's author (St. Nicholas Magazine), editor and writer (Hans Brinker, or The Silver Skates), born in New York City (d. 1905)
Famous Deaths
- Sangolli Rayanna, Indian military chief warrior, dies at 32
Died in 1831 1831 Highlights
About January 26, 1831
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 193 years, 6 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius