Historical Events
- Battle of Abu Kru (Battle of Gubat), Sudan: British Desert Column defeat Mahdist forces: 121 British and untold Mahdists killed
Famous Deaths
- Fred Burnaby, English colonel/balloon pioneer, dies in battle
Died in 1885 1885 Highlights
About January 19, 1885
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 139 years, 6 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Capricorn
