Historical Events
- 1st practical fire engine (horse-drawn) in US enters service
Famous Birthdays
- Hans Koessler, German composer, conductor and music teacher, born in Waldeck, Kingdom of Bavaria (d. 1926)
Famous Deaths
- Gregory Blaxland, Australian explorer, dies of suicide at 74
1853 Highlights
About January 1, 1853
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 170 years, 5 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
