What Happened on January 30, 1835

Historical Events

First Attempt to Assassinate the President

Richard Lawrence misfires at President Andrew Jackson in Washington, D.C. in 1st attempted assassination of a US President

Famous Birthdays

  • Oliver Edwards, American inventor and Brevet Major General (Union Army), born in Springfield, Massachusetts (d. 1904)

About January 30, 1835

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 189 years, 3 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius