What Happened This Year 1786

All Events 13 Births 38 Deaths 22

Born in 1786

John Catron

American lawyer and Supreme Court judge

Born

1786 240 years ago

Died

May 30th, 1865 161 years ago — 79 years old

Served as a legal practitioner and a judge in the United States. Contributed to the legal landscape as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1837 to 1865. Worked primarily in cases concerning the interpretation of the Constitution and federal law. Played a significant role during pivotal legal decisions related to issues such as slavery and states' rights.

Moshoeshoe I

King of Lesotho and founder of the nation

Born

1786 240 years ago

Died

March 11th, 1870 156 years ago — 84 years old

Founded the Basotho nation in the early 19th century by uniting various groups in present-day Lesotho. Established a centralized kingdom and sought to protect his people from colonial expansion. Developed strong diplomatic relations with neighboring territories and European powers. Played a crucial role in the cultural and political identity of the Basotho.