Births on February 19

Allan MacNab

Born on February 19, 1798

Allan MacNab, Canadian soldier, lawyer, and politician, Premier of Canada West (d. 1862)

Sir Allan Napier MacNab, 1st Baronet (19 February 1798 – 8 August 1862) was a Canadian political leader who served as joint Premier of the Province of Canada from 1854 to 1856.

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Events on 1798

5 Jun

Irish Rebellion of 1798
The Battle of New Ross: The attempt to spread the United Irish Rebellion into Munster is defeated.
7 Jul

Treaty of Alliance (1778)
As a result of the XYZ Affair, the U.S. Congress rescinds the Treaty of Alliance with France sparking the "Quasi-War".
1 Aug

Battle of the Nile
French Revolutionary Wars: Battle of the Nile (Battle of Aboukir Bay): Battle begins when a British fleet engages the French Revolutionary Navy fleet in an unusual night action.
2 Aug

Battle of the Nile
French Revolutionary Wars: The Battle of the Nile concludes in a British victory.
22 Aug

Irish Rebellion of 1798
French troops land at Kilcummin, County Mayo, Ireland to aid the rebellion.