Historical Events
- Cheyenne prisoners led by Dull Knife revolt at Ft Robinson
- Kirland Warbler discovered on Andros Island in Bahamas
Famous Deaths
- Don Joaquin BF Espartero, fieldmarshall/viceroy of Navarra, dies at 86
About January 9, 1879
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 144 years, 2 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
