What happened on 28 January 1844?

Discover what happened on 28 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

  • Johannes van den Bosch (Dutch general and statesman (1780–1844))
  • Peter Karl Attenhofer (Swiss politician (1765-1844))
  • Thimon Cornelis van Heerdt tot Eversberg (politician)
  • Edward Stirling Dickson (Royal Navy admiral (1765-1844))
  • Jan Kompałła (Roman Catholic priest)
  • Joseph Schemerl von Leythenbach (Austrian architect (1754-1844))
  • Rai Baishi (Japanese poet (1760-1844))
  • Georg Lotz (German writer)
  • Christian Friedrich Lossius
  • John Molesworth-St. Aubyn ((1791-1844))
  • Josef Maria Zgraggen ((1772-1844))