Discover what happened on 5 December 1866 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
- Krzysztof Fryderyk Brun
- Johann Daniel Ramdohr
- Edward Frederick (British Army officer)
- Louisa Horsley-Beresford ((1863-1866))
- Frances Haggard ((1782-1866))
- John Orr of Kaim (Peerage person ID=700783)
- Pedro Colón de la Cerda y Ramírez de Baquedano (Spanish Politician, duke and fighter bull rancher (1801-1866))
- Casimir Pinel (French psychiatrist)
- Wilhelmina ‘Mijntje’ Roovers (29 Sep 1806 Etten-Leur – 5 Dec 1866 Breda)