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What Happened on April 6, 1838

Famous Deaths

  • Jeremiah Ingalls, early North-American choir master and composer (Farewell Hymn), dies at 72
  • José Bonifácio de Andrada, Brazilian statesman, dies at 74
Died in 1838 1838 Highlights

About April 6, 1838

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 186 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aries