What Happened on February 5, 1881

Historical Events

  • Phoenix, Arizona incorporates

Famous Birthdays

  • Frederick Lonsdale, British playwright (Balkan Princess), born in St Helier, Jersey (d. 1954)

Famous Deaths

Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881)

Scottish historian and essayist (The French Revolution), dies in London at 85

Died in 1881 1881 Highlights

About February 5, 1881

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 143 years, 3 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius