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What Happened on January 9, 1866

Historical Events

  • Fisk University opens in Nashville, Tennessee

Famous Birthdays

  • Albert Baertsoen, Flemish painter and etcher, born in Ghent, Belgium (d. 1922)

About January 9, 1866

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 158 years, 6 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Capricorn