Historical Events
- King of Hawaii Kamehameha III issues Edict of toleration which gives Roman Catholics freedom to worship in the Hawaiian Islands. The Hawaii Catholic Church and the Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace is later established
Famous Birthdays
- Fr. Arthur Tooth SSC, Anglican Clergyman prosecuted for ritualist activities, born in Cranbrook, Kent (d. 1931)
Famous Deaths
- Lord William Henry Cavendish Bentinck, British soldier and statesman (Governor-General of India, 1828-1835), dies at 64
Died in 1839 1839 Highlights
About June 17, 1839
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 185 years and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
