What happened on 12 May 1847?

Discover what happened on 12 May 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!

Deaths

  • William Hore ((died 1847))
  • Stephen Poyntz (British Royal Navy officer (1771-1847))
  • John Fordyce Maples (British Royal Navy officer (1768-1847))
  • William Hore ((died 1847))
  • Stephen Poyntz (British Royal Navy officer (1771-1847))
  • John Fordyce Maples (British Royal Navy officer (1768-1847))
  • Anton Rochel (Austrian naturalist (1770-1847))
  • Jérôme Napoléon Charles Bonaparte (Prince of France (1814-1847))
  • Franz Nachtegall (early proponent and directly responsible for introducing physical education in schools of Denmark)
  • Georges de Burosse (French politician)
  • Paul Anton Freiherr von Handel ((1776-1847))
  • Ernest de Saxe (Saxon Royal)