What happened on 21 January 1842?

Discover what happened on 21 January 1842 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

  • Johann Baptist Lingg von Linggenfeld (German soldier and officer)
  • Aglaé de Gramont (French aristocrat and socialite)
  • Friedrich Wilhelm Röhrig
  • María Teresa Roca de Togores y Alburquerque (Spanish lady, spouse to Mariano Roca de Togores, 1st marquiss of Molins)
  • Augustus Flagg ((1784-1842))
  • John Benson, Jr (1781 – 21 Jan 1842)
  • Augustus Flagg ((1784-1842))
  • John Benson, Jr (1781 – 21 Jan 1842)