Historical Events
- 1st deep sea sounding by James Clark Ross in south Atlantic at 2425 fathoms (14,450 feet)
Famous Birthdays
- Saint Damien, [Joseph de Veuster], Belgian priest and missionary who helped lepers in Hawaii, born in Tremelo, Belgium (d. 1889)
1840 Highlights
About January 3, 1840
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 183 years, 2 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn
