Famous Birthdays
- Khristo Botev, Bulgarian poet and nationalist revolutionary, born in Kalofer, Bulgaria (d. 1876)
- Same Steele, Canadian soldier, born in Purbrook, Canada West (d. 1919)
Famous Deaths
- Ferdinando Orlandi, Italian musician, singing teacher, and composer, dies at 73
Died in 1848 1848 Highlights
About January 5, 1848
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 176 years, 6 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn
