Discover what happened on 17 November 1865 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
- Melchior Joller (Swiss lawyer, politician and journalist (1818-1865))
- David Lester Richardson (Indian academic)
- James McCune Smith (American physician and abolitionist (1813-1865))
- Peter Brüninghaus
- Lord Frederick Charles Peter Beauclerk (British Royal Navy officer (1808-1865))
- Joseph Franz Devoty ((1780-1865))