Famous Deaths
- Franz Grillparzer, Austrian playwright (Sappho/Libussa), dies at 81
- Thomas Bragg, American politician, 34th Governor of North Carolina (1859-61), dies at 61
Died in 1872 1872 Highlights
About January 21, 1872
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 152 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aquarius