Discover what happened on 27 January 1840 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
- Ernst Ludwig Riepenhausen (German copperplate engraver)
- Isaac Chauncey (U.S. Navy Officer)
- Eliza Kortright Monroe Hay (American socialite who acted as unofficial First Lady during her father James Monroe’s presidency)
- unknown Haden (Peerage person ID=229674)
- James Dargin
- Granville Dewey (5 Jan 1787 – certain 27 Jan 1840)
- James Dargin
- Granville Dewey (5 Jan 1787 – certain 27 Jan 1840)