What happened on 2 January 1800?

Discover what happened on 2 January 1800 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

  • Karl Friedrich Plattner (German chemist (1800–1858))
  • Adolf von Goppelt (German politician (1800-1875))
  • Nicolas Berger (Belgian private banker, politician and lawyer)
  • Ange François (Belgian painter (1800-1872))
  • Richard Aschlund (Danish naval officer (1800-1863))
  • Joseph Piroux (French teacher (1800-1884))
  • Friedrich Stanislaus Wilhelm von Zitzewitz (2 Jan 1800 Muttrin – 29 Jan 1830 Muttrin)
  • Gerrit Jan Milius (physician)

Deaths

  • Christian Friedrich Helwing (German bookseller and mayor (1725-1800))
  • Maria Palm-Hebbe (Swedish artist)
  • Christian David Ade
  • Pierre Joseph, Baron Le Candèle (3 Oct 1719 Antwerpen – 2 Jan 1800 Antwerpen)
  • Christian Friedrich Helwing (German bookseller and mayor (1725-1800))
  • Maria Palm-Hebbe (Swedish artist)
  • Christian David Ade
  • Pierre Joseph, Baron Le Candèle (3 Oct 1719 Antwerpen – 2 Jan 1800 Antwerpen)