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What Happened on January 26, 1831

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
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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