Famous Deaths
- Heinrich Heine, German poet and lyricist (Schubert, Liszt), dies at 58
- John Braham, English tenor singer and composer, dies at 81
1856 Highlights
About February 17, 1856
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 167 years, 3 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aquarius
