Historical Events
- Dr. William Brydon, a surgeon in the British Army during the First Anglo-Afghan War, becomes famous for (reputedly) being the sole survivor of an army of 16,500 when he reaches the safety of a garrison in Jalalabad.
1842 Highlights
About January 13, 1842
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 182 years, 5 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
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