Historical Events
- Fire destroys US mint at Charlotte, North Carolina
Famous Deaths
John Dalton (1766-1844)
English physicist and chemist who developed the atomic theory of matter and researched colour blindness, dies at 77
1844 Highlights
About July 27, 1844
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 178 years, 10 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
