Historical Events
- Heavy fighting takes place near Dandridge, Tennessee
Famous Birthdays
- Frank Bacon, American playwright, actor and author (Lightnin'), born near Yuba City, California (d. 1922)
Famous Weddings
Mary Ann Nichols
White chapel murder victim and possible Jack the Ripper victim Mary Ann Nichols (18) weds printer's machinist William Nichols
Famous Deaths
- Anton Schindler, German violinist and biographer (Beethoven), dies at 68
1864 Highlights
About January 16, 1864
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 160 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn