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What Happened on January 23, 1837

Famous Birthdays

  • Amanda Smith, American former slave, singer and evangelist, born in Long Green, Maryland (d. 1915)

Famous Deaths

  • John Field, Irish pianist and composer (Nocturnes), dies at 54
Died in 1837 1837 Highlights

About January 23, 1837

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 187 years, 6 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius