What happened on 27 January 1847?

Discover what happened on 27 January 1847 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

  • Sophie Rousseeuw
  • Gottfried Schönholzer (Schaffhausen politician (1847-1909))
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Deaths

  • Benedikt Pillwein (Austrian historian (1779-1847))
  • Pierre Amédée Jaubert (French diplomat, academic, orientalist, translator, politician, and traveler (1779-1847))
  • Peter Kyhl
  • Monroe Edwards (American slave trader, forger and convicted criminal)
  • Henry Fry ((1757-1847))
  • René Plumard de Rieux
  • Elizabeth Locke ((1776-1847))
  • Henri Duval (French writer)
  • Isabella Felhoen