Historical Events
Event of Interest
Charles Darwin reaches the top of Campana in Chile during his voyage on the Beagle
Famous Birthdays
- Peter Benoit, Flemish composer and conductor (Leie/Rubens Cantata), born in Harelbeke, Flanders (d. 1901)
Famous Deaths
- Husein Gradaščević, Bosniak general, dies at 31
1834 Highlights
About August 17, 1834
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 188 years, 9 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
