What happened on 16 October 1809?

Discover what happened on 16 October 1809 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

  • Nikolai Alexandrovich Khvostov (Russian navigator)
  • Friedrich Staps (German assassin (1792–1809))
  • Gavriil Davydov (Russian navigator)
  • Joseph Stapf (Austrian mathematician (1762-1809))
  • J. H. F. Blume
  • Friedrich Staps (German assassin (1792–1809))
  • Gavriil Davydov (Russian navigator)
  • Joseph Stapf (Austrian mathematician (1762-1809))
  • J. H. F. Blume
  • František Emanuel Packeny
  • Christina Klinkersteen (16 Mar 1738 Leiden – 16 Oct 1809 Heusden)