Famous Birthdays
- Francisco González Bocanegra, Mexican poet, born in San Luis Potosi, Mexico (d. 1861)
- Per August Olander, Swedish composer, born in Linköping, Sweden (d. 1886)
- [William] Wilkie Collins, English writer (Woman in White), born in London (d. 1889)
1824 Highlights
About January 8, 1824
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 199 years, 8 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn
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