What happened on 27 January 1844?

Discover what happened on 27 January 1844 in history! This day marks a series of notable events, famous births, and significant deaths. Explore the details below to learn more about the historical happenings of this day. On this day, history comes alive!

Deaths

  • Princess Cecilia of Sweden (princess of Sweden and Grand Duchess of Oldenburg (1807-1844))
  • Charles Nodier (French author (1780–1844))
  • Samuel Johann Jakob Scheuermann (Swiss copperplate engraver)
  • William Gadsby (British pastor and hymnwriter)
  • Theodore Arnold Loop
  • Michael Graf Della Torre-Valsassina ((1757-1844))
  • Archibald Douglas, 2nd Baron Douglas of Douglas ((1773-1844))
  • Lady Penuel Grant ((1779-1844))