Famous Birthdays
- Benjamin Franklin Potts, American lawyer, politician, and Brevet Major General (Union Army), born in Fox Township, Ohio (d. 1887)
- James Meech Warner, American Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Middlebury, Vermont (d. 1897)
1836 Highlights
About January 29, 1836
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 187 years and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aquarius