Famous Deaths
- F. J. Robinson, 1st Viscount Goderich, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (1827-28), dies at 76
- William H. Prescott, American historian, dies at 62
1859 Highlights
About January 28, 1859
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 164 years, 4 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius