Historical Events
- Mission Santa Clara de Asis founded in California
Famous Deaths
- Hugh Mercer, Scottish military officer (fought in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War), dies of his wounds at the Battle of Princeton at 50
1777 Highlights
About January 12, 1777
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 246 years, 8 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
