Historical Events
- Louisiana slave revolt by Charles Deslondes at German Coast
Famous Weddings
John C. Calhoun
US Vice President John C. Calhoun (28) weds Floride Bonneau (19)
Famous Deaths
- Friedrich Nicolai, writer, dies
- Samuel Story, Dutch rear admiral (Battle of Kamperduin), dies at 58
1811 Highlights
About January 8, 1811
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 212 years and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
