Famous Birthdays Frederick Walker, British social realist painter, born in London (d. 1875) 1840 Highlights About May 24, 1840 Day of the Week: SundayHow Long Ago? 182 years Leap Year: Yes Star Sign: Gemini May 22, 1840 Dates in History May 26, 1840 What Happened in 1840 Treaty of Waitangi February 6, 1840 Penny Black May 1, 1840