1839
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1839 was 32 years before the founding of the City of Birmingham and the 20th year of Alabama statehood.
Events
- The Bolton's Crossroads post office was established.
- Moore Cemetery was established.
- Elisha Peck began serving on the middle division of the Chancery Court.
- John D. Phelan became Speaker of the Alabama House.
- Ninian Tannehill purchased forge constructed by Daniel Hillman in Roupes Valley.
Religion
- Friendship United Methodist Church was founded.
Individuals
- May 29: Jefferson County Sheriff Abner Killough married Angelina Lacey.
- William Mudd began practicing law.
Deaths
- September 20: Thomas Bibb, former Governor of Alabama
Context
In 1839, the steam shovel was patented. The Great Fire of Mobile burned hundreds of buildings. The First Opium War began. Charles Goodyear vulcanized rubber. Notable births included Paul Cézanne, John D. Rockefeller, and George Armstrong Custer. Notable deaths included King Frederick VI of Denmark.
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