Famous Deaths
- Martin Delany, African-American abolitionist and physician (1st African American major in US Army), dies at 72
Died in 1885 1885 Highlights
About January 24, 1885
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 139 years, 3 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aquarius
