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What Happened on January 30, 1841

Historical Events

  • A fire destroys two-thirds of Mayagüez, Puerto Rico.

Famous Birthdays

  • Alfred Townsend George, American Civil War journalist, born in Georgetown, Delaware (d. 1914)
  • Félix Faure, 6th President of the French Third Republic (1895-99), born in Paris (d. 1899)

About January 30, 1841

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 183 years, 5 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius