Historical Events
- The McDonald Islands are discovered by Captain William McDonald aboard the Samarang
Famous Deaths
- Thomas Campbell, Irish-American clergyman (founder of Disciples of Christ movement in America), dies at 90
Died in 1854 1854 Highlights
About January 4, 1854
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 170 years, 4 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
