Historical Events In 1839

Aug 23 Hong Kong is taken by British in war with China.

Oct 02 New Zealand comes under jurisdiction of the Governor of New South Wales

Jul 03 The first state normal school in US opens, Lexington, Mass, with 3 students

Jul 30 Slave rebels, take over slaver Amistad

Mar 09 Prussian government limits work week for children to 51 hours

Mar 26 The first Henley Royal Regatta is held

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