What Happened on October 17, 1849

Chopin: The Day the Music Died

Famous Deaths

Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849)

Polish pianist and composer (Concerto in F Minor), dies of tuberculosis at 39

Died in 1849 1849 Highlights

About October 17, 1849

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 174 years, 6 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra