Famous Birthdays
- William Thomas Brande, English chemist (d. 1866)
Famous Deaths
Comte de Grasse (1723-1788)
French admiral who commanded the French fleet at the Battle of the Chesapeake, dies at 64
Died in 1788 1788 Highlights
About January 11, 1788
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 236 years, 3 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn