Discover what happened on 29 December 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 Crotch (English composer, organist and artist (1775-1847))
- Félix Torres Amat (18-19th-century translator of the Bible into Spanish)
- Jean-Baptiste-Pierre Chardon du Ranquet de Chalus (French politician)
- Robert Hayley Judd (British Royal Navy officer, captain in 1840 (died 1847))
- Jean-Baptiste-Pierre Chardon du Ranquet de Chalus (French politician)
- Robert Hayley Judd (British Royal Navy officer, captain in 1840 (died 1847))
- Jean Janssen