What happened on 25 December 1866?

Discover what happened on 25 December 1866 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

  • Giuseppe Bianchi (Italian astronomer (1791-1866))
  • George Ticknor (American journalist (1822-1866))
  • Henry Wise (English merchant (1802–1866))
  • Paul Duport (French playwright (1798-1866))
  • Friedrich Kodweiss
  • Peppina Siboni
  • Pieter Jansz. Hoogendijk (Dutch scientific instrument maker)
  • Lord Adam Loftus ((1816-1866))
  • Joseph Veigl von Kriegeslohn ((1799-1866))
  • Heinrich Baermann jun.
  • Hayrullah Efendi
  • Ursula Martha van Braam (8 May 1778 H.Engelenburg, Brummen – 25 Dec 1866 Arnhem)