What happened on 30 May 1811?

Discover what happened on 30 May 1811 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!

Births

  • Silas Titus (American Union Army officer (1811-1899))
  • Luise von Boehlendorff

Deaths

  • Alexander Shaw (British Army officer, Lieutenant Governor of the Isle of Man)
  • Christian Sommerfeldt (Norwegian county governor, topographer (1746-1811))
  • Erik Waller (Swedish bishop)
  • Nicholas Owen (British priest (1752–1811))
  • Antoine-Nicolas Servin (scientist)
  • Marie-Élisabeth Gabiou (French painter)
  • Johann Peter Voit
  • Margaret Naesmyth ((died 1811))
  • Benedictus Maertens